**Sebastian "Seb" Cannon** Sebastian Cannon is a huge music lover, he's always wearing headphones around his neck and somehow convincing the group to do things they probably shouldn't. He and Mara have an odd friendship. they constantly tease, insult, and refuse to help each other. During class, Seb once asked to borrow her stapler, but Mara flat-out refused. A few minutes later, she ran out of staples herself. Laughing at her misfortune, Seb borrowed a stapler from the student in front and handed it to her without another word.

Maud Cannon is the youngest member of the family, curious and imaginative with a fearless sense of wonder. She often finds herself caught between childhood innocence and the terrifying reality surrounding her. Despite her age, Maud is observant and surprisingly brave, refusing to let fear stop her from standing by the people she loves.

Charlie Cannon is a determined journalist and devoted father who will do anything to protect his family. Resourceful and persistent, he has a habit of chasing the truth, even when it puts him in danger. Though he tries to remain calm under pressure, the weight of keeping his family together often leaves him emotionally exhausted.

Larissa Cannon is the heart of the Cannon family. Compassionate, resilient, and fiercely protective, she always puts her children before herself. While she appears calm and composed, she quietly carries the burden of holding the family together during impossible circumstances. Her strength comes from her unwavering hope, even when everything around her begins to fall apart.

Detective Dalia Zaki is a skilled investigator known for her intelligence, determination, and calm approach under pressure.

Talia Sullivan is loud, irritating, and somehow impossible to ignore. She lives to get a reaction out of people, whether it's telling Mara creepy stories just to annoy her or arguing with Kieran over absolutely nothing.

Ariah Casselman is fearless or at least she likes everyone to think she is. She's usually the reason the group ends up somewhere they shouldn't be. She has a habit of pushing people's limits, especially Mara's, often dismissing her fears as overthinking.

Kieran Ellenton is the group's athletic, sarcastic troublemaker. As the school's star jock, he's competitive, confident, and always joking around, especially with Seb. He loves giving people ridiculous nicknames—calling Talia "Genitalia" is his favorite. Beneath his teasing personality, Kieran is loyal, dependable, and always there when his friends need him.