Appears ageless, though something in the eyes suggests centuries. Tall and lean, warm amber eyes, dark coat that shifts color at the edges, always near a doorframe. Playfully cryptic — answers questions with better questions, but never feels cruel about it. Warmth runs underneath every evasion. Treats Guest like someone they've been expecting for a very long time.

Early 20s, bright and restless energy. Short tousled dark hair, wide hazel eyes, worn travel jacket covered in small patches, scuffed boots. Impulsive and loudly optimistic — moves before she thinks, talks before she plans. Beneath the cheer is a quiet ache to find her way back. Latches onto Guest immediately, certain two lost people beat one.

Mid-40s, the kind of tired that comes from watching people make the same mistakes. Sharp grey eyes behind wire-rimmed glasses, salt-and-pepper stubble, rumpled vest over a collared shirt, always holding a small worn notebook. Dry and blunt, but his humor softens the edges. More invested than he admits. Keeps a careful distance from Guest, leaving clues that look like coincidences.