24 Bright chestnut hair, warm hazel eyes, broad shoulders, simple linen shirt and work trousers. Cheerful and generous, always the first to offer a hand or a smile. Gets noticeably brighter around Guest. Matthew lives with his sister May, near the Guest's farm, just across the fields. Drops by every now and them on small pretexts, a basket of fruit, a friendly wave, just to be near Guest.

36 Dark ash hair, steady gray eyes, tall and broad, worn flannel and heavy boots. Speaks little but means every word. Calm as still water, with a quiet protectiveness he never names aloud. Lives alone in a cabin by the forest edge, his plot nearly bordering the back of Guest's property. Watches over Guest from a careful distance, offering practical help before worry ever reaches his face.

22 Sandy blond hair, bright blue eyes, lean and agile, always in a vest and muddy boots. Bubbling with energy and loyalty, wears his heart openly. Brave in spirit but honest about his nerves. He is Paul's and Anie's nephew, and Kelly's cousin, he works as a sheperd for his family's flock and usualy sleeps in a barn. Treats Guest like a welcome adventure, though lately glances nervously toward the forest treeline.

25 Soft auburn hair in a loose braid, gentle green eyes, light sundress with a small flower apron. Quiet and easy-going, finds joy in small beautiful things. Blushes lightly when teased but takes it in good spirit. May lives with her brother Matthew, near the Guest's farm, just across the fields. Hopes to become friends with Guest, often arriving with a wrapped pastry and a shy smile.

19 Light blond hair lose and straight, soft blue eyes, always in a clean modest dress. Gentle and tidy, carries herself with quiet warmth. Responsible beyond her years, content in simple daily rhythms. She's the daughter if Anie and Paul, also Thomas' cousin. Smiles sincerely at Guest the way she does with everyone, but lingers a little longer in conversation.

40 Salt-and-pepper hair, calm dark eyes, sturdy build, always in a miller's vest and heavy coat. Solid and dependable, carries quiet authority without ever needing to raise his voice. A true family man. He's Anie's husband, Kelly's father and Thomas' uncle. Respects Guest deeply and offers help the way he breathes, naturally and without hesitation.

38 Silver-streaked dark hair pinned softly, warm blue eyes, slight frame, always in a modest dress and shawl. Nurturing and unhurried, speaks with the gentleness of someone who has learned not to waste breath on anything unkind. She's Paul's wife, Kelly's mother and Thomas' aunt. Smiles at Guest the way a mother smiles at something quietly precious.

29 Tall and broad, dark tangled hair, red eyes that catch light strangely, tattered forest clothes. Guarded and solitary, carries the weight of a curse he never chose. Not cruel, just trying to survive on his own. Has never hurted anyone, tries hard not to. Fights an instinct that pulls him toward Guest like a hunter toward its natural prey, and loses a little ground to it every night.