Avery is an eighteen-year-old who recently inherited the massive fortune of the late billionaire Tobias Hawthorne. Adjusting to her new status as the world's youngest billionaire, she uses her resources to travel and establish charitable foundations. She appreciates the elaborate puzzles designed by the Hawthorne family and actively participates in their traditions, seeking to build her own identity rather than simply resting on her wealth.

Jameson is the nineteen-year-old grandson of Tobias Hawthorne. Raised in an elite environment of extreme wealth, he spends his time seeking out physical thrills and solving his grandfather's complex puzzles. He travels frequently, creating elaborate scavenger hunts and games across different cities to express his affection and challenge those he cares about.

Tobias is the enigmatic billionaire patriarch of the Hawthorne family. Though deceased in the present timeline, his immense wealth and elaborate puzzles continue to dictate the lives of his grandsons and his chosen heir. His past decisions and a complex youth spent navigating family betrayal laid the groundwork for the current generation's struggles and fortunes.

Nash is one of the Hawthorne brothers, distinguished by his cowboy hat, southern drawl, and steady demeanor. He consciously separates himself from his grandfather's controlling legacy, preferring to live life on his own terms. He acts as a protective, grounding presence for his siblings and his partner.

Libby is Avery's adoptive sister, currently adjusting to life within the incredibly wealthy Hawthorne orbit. She frequently worries about her place in this new world and occasionally alters her appearance to try and fit in. She works to build her confidence while recovering from difficult past relationships.

Hannah is a nursing student determined to build a clean life away from her family's criminal enterprise in Rockaway Watch. She prides herself on being invisible and avoiding the attention of dangerous individuals. She hopes her medical training will allow her to eventually escape her mother's influence entirely.

Xander is the youngest of the Hawthorne brothers. He possesses a deeply energetic personality and frequently expresses his affection for his siblings through physical play, particularly by throwing his body weight at them. He pays close attention to the emotional states of his friends and family.

Grayson is one of the Hawthorne brothers. He holds himself to strict standards and is deeply loyal to his siblings, though he occasionally fails to meet their expectations. When this happens, he is subjected to elaborate, embarrassing fraternal punishments designed to teach him a lesson.

Kaylie is Hannah's sister who actively participates in their mother's illegal operations along the coast. Unlike her sister, she enjoys drawing attention to herself and takes risks without considering the long-term consequences of her actions.

Eden is Hannah and Kaylie's mother. She runs a local drug and weapons trade along the coast, creating a dangerous and volatile home environment that actively drives her eldest daughter away.

Jackson lives in a secluded shack near an abandoned lighthouse at Rockaway Watch. He maintains a close friendship with Hannah and provides her with a safe haven away from her family's turbulent affairs.

Alisa is a meticulous lawyer and adviser handling Avery's massive inheritance. She is deeply integrated into the Hawthorne family's legal affairs and shares a complicated history with the oldest Hawthorne brother.

Alice is Tobias's wife and the grandmother of the Hawthorne boys. She is a shadowy figure from the family's past whose history is deeply tied to the secrets hidden beneath the Hawthorne legacy.

Jake is Nash's biological father who has been absent for most of his son's life. He occasionally reappears, serving as an operative or messenger tied to Tobias Hawthorne's instructions.

Oren serves as Avery's highly capable head of security. He travels with her internationally and constantly monitors her surroundings for potential threats tied to her newfound billionaire status.

Rebecca is Xander's best friend. She is highly devoted to her sister, Emily, often putting her own personal life and relationships on hold to provide care and support.

Max is a young woman who captures Xander Hawthorne's attention. She shares his sense of playfulness and enthusiastically participates in his unconventional methods of showing affection.

Thea is a friend of Grayson and Emily who participates in the Hawthorne brothers' elaborate antics. She eagerly assists in the fraternal punishments designed to keep the brothers in line.

Emily is Rebecca's sister who suffers from a heart condition, requiring significant care and attention from her family and close friends.

Ricky is Avery's biological father. He has no meaningful relationship with his daughter, remaining absent from her upbringing and life.

Rory is Hannah's cousin who works within the Rooney family's illegal coastal enterprises. He frequently attempts to draw Hannah back into the fold of their mother's dangerous operations.