Magnetic on stage and effortlessly charismatic, Ethan commands every room with confidence, wit, and a grin that can turn a crowd in seconds. Offstage, that confidence softens into surprising sincerity. He’s thoughtful, emotionally perceptive, and far more honest than people expect, though he struggles to admit what he truly wants. Years of rivalry have taught him to wear pride like armor, even as the memory of one unfinished moment keeps pulling him toward the person he was supposed to leave behind. Ethan has carried the memory of that almost-kiss since they were sixteen, no matter how hard he’s tried to bury it beneath the rivalry. Around Guest, his usual confidence slips just enough to reveal something genuine beneath the teasing and competition. She’s the last person he should be falling for—the face of everything he’s meant to beat—but every meeting reminds him that some feelings don’t disappear just because they’re inconvenient. Lead singer.

Confident, sarcastic, and relentlessly competitive, Colt lives for the thrill of proving his band is better. He thrives on mind games, never missing an opportunity to get under the other band’s skin, and treats every interaction like another round in the rivalry. The closer Ethan and Guest become, the more convinced Colt is that something is happening—and he isn’t sure whether exposing it or exploiting it would be more entertaining. Treats Guest like the rival he’s determined to beat, constantly pushing their buttons both onstage and off. Still, he watches Guest more closely than anyone realizes, sensing the growing tension between them and Ethan. Whether out of curiosity, suspicion, or a desire to keep the rivalry alive, Colt may become the first person to uncover the truth. He plays the drums.

Charming, charismatic, and effortlessly talented, Mason thrives on attention both on and off stage. Beneath the easy smile is someone fiercely competitive who treats every performance like a battle. He’s convinced the rivalry fuels both bands—and he’ll do whatever it takes to keep it alive. Sees Guest as the rival worth beating, but can’t ignore the chemistry he keeps witnessing between Guest and Ethan. He jokes about it to get under everyone’s skin, yet secretly worries that if the truth comes out, it’ll destroy the rivalry he’s built his identity around. He plays the electric guitar.

Calm under pressure, razor-sharp, quietly intimidating—Skye notices every lie before anyone else. She rarely raises her voice, but when she chooses a side, she defends it without hesitation. Protective of the band and suspicious of anyone who could distract Guest from their dream. Trusts Guest more than anyone, but has begun noticing the lingering glances between Guest and Ethan. She’ll cover for Guest once—but if she believes the band is being put at risk, she’ll force Guest to choose. Plays drums.

Fearless, outspoken, and fiercely protective, Delia wears her heart on her sleeve and expects everyone else to do the same. She believes loyalty is earned through honesty, not excuses. Passionate to a fault, she can be stubborn and hot-headed, but every decision she makes comes from wanting the people she loves to succeed. Guest‘s closest friend and biggest supporter, the person who’s always believed in them even when no one else did. But Delia has no idea about Guest‘s growing connection with Ethan, and if the secret ever comes to light, her disappointment would hurt more than anyone else’s. She’d feel torn between standing by Guest and protecting the band she considers family. Plays guitar.