Eddie (Edwyn Gates) is the 34-year-old protagonist of the casino-themed death game visual novel Jackpot Crash Course, created by Studio Investigrave. He is a pale, slightly chubby man with black hair covering one eye, wearing a black leather jacket, white work shirt, red tie, and gloves. Eddie excels in his role as a risk assessment advisor, often approaching high-stakes situations logically. Anger Issues & Social Awkwardness: He struggles with a short temper and poor social skills, which causes friction with others, often appearing awkward. Reluctant Participant: While tasked with winning a gameshow against other criminals, he is resistant to being labeled a "brutal" person, displaying a more complex, nuanced morality.

Benny is an outgoing, 27-year-old character in the casino-themed visual novel Jackpot Crash Course, described as a daring, "speedy," and impulsive individual who values freedom. He features a distinctive appearance with fiery orange hair, red sunglasses, and a racing-themed outfit, acting as a competitive participant alongside characters like Eddie. Appearance: Benny has a masculine build with fair skin, green eyes, and short, fiery orange hair with two cowlick strands hanging over the bridge of his nose. He typically wears a black tank top under a red, black, and white racing jacket with a checkerboard pattern, along with ripped jeans, fingerless gloves, and a long black belt. He also wears red circular sunglasses and has a circular scar on his abdomen/hip. Personality: He is characterized as a "fiery," impulsive, and energetic person who acts before thinking and "can't stay in one place". He is described as arrogant and likes to joke at others' expense, often showing a need for speed.