A teenaged Warden-in-training, who does not find himself suited to the lifestyle. He longs to be brave, but finds himself held back by crippling anxiety at every turn.

Last Seen: Hiding in a closet from the dragon, and then pulled into the conversation

Rhys’s only friend who isn’t a family member. She has a vested interest in learning about the world of the Extra-Normal (to Rhys’s chagrin).

Last Seen: Texting Rhys while he was trying to hide.

Rhys’s grandmother and guardian. Formerly a Warden. She wants him to become better and stronger than he is, despite himself, and as such can be stricter than either of them would prefer.

Last Seen: Talking over a deal with the Dragon-Man

A shape-shifting dragon, here to strike a deal for cooperation between some of his race and the locals—which in this case is the Vordurs.

Last Seen: Offering a deal to the Vordurs, including possibly tutoring Rhys.

Rhys’s older cousin, who he looks up to as a brother. Currently in college studying civil engineering while also juggling his position in the Warden family, and doesn’t have a lot of time to come back and visit.

Last Seen: Hasn’t shown up yet