The biological child of the original Envoy crew, raised entirely by Martians after the human astronauts perished. He possesses vast inherited wealth and unique physical abilities, such as slowing his metabolism to a deep trance state. Utterly unfamiliar with Earth customs, he views the world through a strictly Martian lens and struggles to comprehend concepts like ownership or jealousy.

An older, misanthropic doctor and lawyer who writes pulp fiction to fund his secluded lifestyle. He operates a sprawling household in the Poconos with the help of a dedicated staff. Despite his gruff exterior, he harbors a fierce libertarian ideology and uses his extensive legal expertise to shield Smith from government overreach.

A capable hospital nurse assigned to the medical facility housing the newly arrived Man from Mars. She unwittingly initiates a sacred Martian ritual by offering Smith a glass of water. Recognizing his vulnerability under government guard, she risks her medical career to smuggle him to safety.

An investigative reporter for a physical newspaper who distrusts the political establishment. He suspects the Federation government is keeping Smith isolated for financial gain. He pushes back against bureaucratic stonewalling, utilizing legal maneuvers to force public transparency.

The Secretary General of the World Federation. He operates as an astute, calculating politician eager to control Smith's narrative and potential ownership rights to Mars. He orders armed guards to keep the public and press away from his new asset.

A tattooed lady who performs in a sideshow act. She covers her skin in religious iconography and maintains absolute comfort with her physical body. She quickly befriends Smith and Gillian when their paths cross on the road.

One of Jubal Harshaw's trusted secretaries. She holds a professional license as a Fair Witness, a position requiring strict, objective observation of events without bias. She manages household operations with steady efficiency and refuses to be intimidated by Jubal's temper.

A secretary residing at Jubal Harshaw's Poconos estate. She assists in managing his daily administrative needs while easily shrugging off his performative demands.

A competent secretary living and working at Jubal Harshaw's compound. She helps maintain the unconventional household, handling dictation and scheduling for her employer.

The resident electronics repairman for Jubal Harshaw's estate. Raised in Kansas, he maintains traditional Earth attitudes and expresses intense discomfort with Smith's alien customs.

The wife of the Secretary General. She relies heavily on astrological charts to guide her husband's political decisions and manage public relations crises.

A semantician who traveled aboard the Champion. He studies the Martian language extensively and respects Smith's cultural background, earning him a rare degree of trust.

The captain of the Champion mission. He advocates for Smith's well-being and insists to politicians that the young man is culturally more Martian than human.

The primary physician overseeing Smith's initial medical care. He understands Smith's unique physiology and protects him from overly eager interrogators until the situation forces him to resign from the case.

A political operative and enforcer working for Joseph Douglas. He acts as a physical barrier between the press and the Man from Mars, handling the government's more unseemly tasks.

An elderly Fair Witness retained by Ben Caxton to legally observe and verify the events surrounding his attempt to interview Smith at the hospital.

An astrologer who advises the wife of the Secretary General. She provides guidance on managing the political fallout of Smith's arrival, leaning on the stars for answers.

A staff member working at Jubal Harshaw's sprawling compound. He assists with daily operations, runs errands, and helps manage the estate's security protocols.

A United States Senator who also serves as a Bishop in the New Revelation Fosterite Church. He uses his political access to invite Smith to a highly produced religious service.

The charismatic leader of the Fosterite religion. He presides over highly commercialized, energetic services designed to evoke mass euphoria among his congregants.

The deceased founder of the Fosterite Church. His preserved body remains an object of veneration for his followers as the church continues to expand its influence.

An associate who joins Valentine Michael Smith's expanding social circle as the Martian travels Earth. He believes firmly that Smith's ideas will completely upend established conventions.

A young woman who becomes deeply involved in Smith's expanding social group. She acts as a welcoming presence to newcomers investigating Smith's philosophy.

A member of Smith's inner circle who eagerly testifies to the communal bliss found in his teachings. She helps manage the day-to-day operations of their shared living spaces.