Jared is a 16-year-old Native boy living in Kitimat, British Columbia, who acts as the primary responsible figure in his household. He pays his father's rent and cares for his volatile mother, using alcohol and marijuana to manage the intense stress of his daily life. Despite his tough exterior, he possesses a strong sense of compassion that leaves him vulnerable to his family members' demands. He soon begins experiencing strange, supernatural visions that he initially dismisses as drug-induced hallucinations.

Maggie is Jared's fiercely protective but deeply volatile mother. Having survived a traumatic childhood, she operates under the belief that the world is harsh and requires a hardened exterior to survive. She struggles with severe drug and alcohol addiction, frequently hosting raucous parties and exposing Jared to dangerous men. Her unpredictable moods create a toxic environment, yet she remains aggressively devoted to her son.

Wee'git is a Trickster spirit from Northwest Coast Indigenous folklore who begins appearing to Jared in various forms. According to the Moody family, he is a mischievous and untrustworthy entity who has tormented their lineage for generations. He attempts to establish a connection with Jared, though the teenager actively resists his presence and dismisses him as a hallucination.

Nana Sophia is Jared's wealthy, outspoken paternal grandmother. She frequently travels internationally with her various husbands, openly admitting she marries for financial gain. She provides the only consistent financial stability in Jared's life and regularly encourages him to leave his mother's chaotic household to live with her.

Sarah is the outspoken granddaughter of the Jakses who moves in with them after her mother kicks her out. She is passionate about Native rights and attends protests, though she struggles to feel accepted within her own mixed-race family. She relies on psychedelics to numb her emotional pain and quickly forms an intense emotional bond with Jared.

Phil is Jared's father, living a bus ride away in Terrace. After sustaining a severe back injury at a paper plant, he developed an opioid addiction that destroyed his marriage to Maggie. He presents a friendly demeanor to Jared but fails to fulfill his parental duties, secretly relying on his teenage son to pay his rent and manage his bills.

Laura Jaks is Jared's elderly neighbor who provides him with a rare sense of safety and comfort. She frequently feeds him and offers a quiet refuge from the constant partying at his own house. She struggles to manage her husband's dementia and maintain a relationship with her rebellious granddaughter.

Petr is a Czech immigrant and Laura's husband. He suffers from severe dementia and frequent hallucinations about historical conflicts, requiring constant care and sedation from his wife.

Georgina is an older Native woman who crosses paths with Jared on the highway. During their brief encounters, Jared notices something unsettling about her appearance that he attributes to his drug use. She presents herself as a potential guide for his unusual experiences.

Anita, also known as Granny Nita, is Maggie's estranged mother. She carries deep religious convictions stemming from a traumatic childhood in the residential school system. She profoundly distrusts Jared, believing him to be an inhuman entity connected to the Trickster.

Richie is Maggie's current boyfriend who quickly moves into their home. He owns aggressive dogs and exhibits a threatening demeanor, though he occasionally attempts to give Jared practical advice on self-defense, guns, and survival.

Dylan is a persistent classmate of Jared's who constantly seeks to buy drugs from him. He frequently shows up intoxicated at Jared's house, creating a nuisance and occasionally drawing Jared into physical altercations.

Mr. Wilkinson is Dylan's father. He maintains a hostile attitude toward Jared, blaming the teenager for his own son's poor decisions and intoxication.

Ebony is a childhood friend of Jared who reconnects with him in high school. Recognizing an opportunity, she proposes they partner up to sell his marijuana-laced cookies while her parents are out of town.

Blake is one of Jared's close friends who frequently spends time at his house. He uses Jared's chaotic but open home as a refuge from his own abusive father.

Kelsey is part of Jared's trusted inner circle of friends. He provides a place for Jared to bake his cookies, though their social gatherings often lead to excessive drug use.

Destiny is Shirley's teenage daughter who lives with her mother and Phil. She struggles as a young, single mother, frequently expecting Jared to cover her responsibilities so she can go out partying.

Shirley is Phil's new wife, whom he met in physical therapy. She struggles with her own alcohol use and contributes to the chaotic environment in Phil's apartment.

David is Maggie's abusive ex-boyfriend. His past physical abuse of Jared left deep psychological scars and led to Maggie violently attacking him in retaliation.

Murchadh is a girl Jared meets at a party who possesses a unique sensitivity to magic. Claiming Scottish Selkie heritage, she immediately senses an unseen loss within Jared and attempts to connect with him.

George is a Native teenager who becomes friends with Jared after an altercation at a party. He occasionally provides Jared with a quiet place to stay when Maggie's house becomes too volatile.