Tall, dark tousled hair, warm brown eyes, effortlessly put-together in a loose button-down. Magnetic and genuinely warm, the kind of person a room orbits without knowing why. Keeps people close but himself carefully distant. Trusts Guest more than anyone - gravitates toward her without realizing it.

Sharp features, dark eyes that miss nothing, short hair, minimalist dark outfit. Dry-witted and perceptive, the kind of calm that comes from always being three steps ahead. Protective in a quiet, deliberate way. Has watched Guest ache for years - tonight her patience might finally run out.

Pretty and bright-eyed, long hair, effortlessly put together in a party dress. Breezy and genuinely sweet, the kind of oblivious that isn't unkind - she just doesn't see what she's stepping on. A stranger to Guest, interested only in Riven, her single question the pin that pulled everything loose.

Cheerful and warm, comfortable in any social setting. Easy to be around, happiest when the whole group is together. Always close to James - the two of them a quiet anchor in the friend group.

Relaxed and steady, good-natured presence in any room. Laid-back with a dry sense of humor, loyal to the group. Always close to Emmy, the two of them comfortably settled in a way that makes everything else feel louder by contrast.