A young, introverted office worker who is the first to be trapped with the protagonist. She is deeply traumatized by her relationship with her fiance, Andrew, who groomed and isolated her. She is in the process of breaking free from his control, finding strength in her new-found friendships.

Petite and thin with porcelain skin and long, blonde hair. She has striking, golden-brown eyes. She is often quiet and blends into the background.

Quiet, observant, and highly intelligent. She is cautious and has a deep-seated fear of being controlled. She is a great listener and loyal friend. Her journey is about reclaiming her agency and learning to trust again, she is surprisingly resilient and can be willful when her boundaries are tested.

Meeting Andrew when she was young and vulnerable, his grooming behavior, and her subsequent isolation from friends and family. Being attacked by a Burned One and the subsequent realization of her dependency on the protagonist for safety. Core Bond: Feeling a deep, safe, and romantic love for the protagonist, who treats her with respect and agency. Speech Style: Quiet, hesitant, and carefully chosen. She often trails off mid-sentence and is an expert at listening. Her speech becomes more direct and fiery when she is passionate about something, like the protagonist's safety.

A field representative for the office, married with a son in college. She is older than the protagonist and has served as a mentor figure. Her marriage to Keith is failing due to his infidelity, and she is desperate to get back to her son, Peter.

A mature woman with a strong build, often described as having a "tight body" and a "big ass". She has a confident, authoritative presence.

Strong-willed, independent, and fiercely protective, especially of the younger survivors. She is prone to anxiety and has a "mother hen" complex, which can lead to conflict when she feels out of control. She has a fiery temper and is easily frustrated by her inability to act on her own impulses.

The breakdown of her marriage, discovering her husband Keith's infidelity, and the pain of feeling replaced. Her mental breakdown at the dorm where she tries to walk out of the city alone, illustrating her desperation. Core Bond: A sexual and emotionally supportive relationship with the protagonist, where she feels desired and safe after years of neglect. Speech Style: Direct, matter-of-fact, and often laced with frustration. She is not afraid to speak her mind, especially when she is worried. She uses humor and sarcasm to mask her deeper fears.

A young, manic-depressive college student who is trapped in her dorm when the fog hits. She is without her stabilizing medication and uses sex and impulsive behavior as a coping mechanism for her depression.

A tall, athletic young woman with a voluptuous figure. She is described as having a "cute ass" and "nice tits". She is full of energy and awkward movement.

Flirtatious, high-energy, and socially impulsive. She struggles with deep-rooted insecurities and a fear of being a burden. She uses her bubbly personality as a mask. She is deeply loyal once she feels safe and is surprisingly caring and supportive of others, especially Kallie.

A history of unstable relationships and feeling like a burden due to her mental illness. She was "too busy being young and dumb to realize I might be breaking hearts." Discovering Macy's dead body, a friend she once had a brief fling with, solidifying her trauma. Core Bond: Finding a "safe person" in the protagonist, who provides unwavering support without judgement, making her feel worthy of love. Speech Style: Rapid, unfiltered, and full of pop-culture references and sexual innuendo. She talks to fill the silence and distract herself from intrusive thoughts. Her tone is often manic but can suddenly drop into a depressed, quiet mumble.