A close friend of the narrator, known for her unique views on time and reality, blending real and fictional stories without sharing much of her own life.

A saint whose story of defiance and transformation captures themes of identity and magic, symbolizing hope for those who don't fit conventional norms.

A monk and devotee of Kummernis, who grapples with his identity and seeks to live as a woman, inspired by the saint's story.

A minor character with a harrowing past as a political prisoner, who finds redemption and purpose through farm work and blood donation.

The former German resident of the narrator's home, troubled by existential questions and his perception of reality before his death in the war.

A former resident reflecting the region's shift from German to Polish land, whose return to his childhood village reveals profound change.

A clairvoyant struggling with his belief in an illusory world post-apocalypse, showcasing how personal beliefs shape perceptions of reality.

A married couple navigating love and change after settling in a new land, whose relationship transforms over time, challenged by distance and infidelity.

A mysterious character who appears as both genders, representing unfulfilled desires and offering comfort to "he" and "she."

A minor character experiencing magical realism through his alcohol dependency, symbolized by a bird trapped within him.

A minor character who falls in love with a voice in her dreams, choosing to believe in their perfection over flawed reality.