The Air Force Captain. At 39, Captain Elijah Grant is one of the few who have seen the desolation beyond The Hemisphere’s dome. While others live under an artificial sky, he has flown over the ruins of Earth, carrying the burden of truth.

After leading two Decennial Exploratory flights, he prepares for a third—Phoenix Mission—their last chance to find life beyond the Dome. Stoic and methodical, he keeps his knowledge guarded, even from his wife, Hannah. As he embarks on his most critical mission, one question remains: Is there hope beyond the glass, or is survival just an illusion?

The Radiation Scientist. A scientist burdened by hard truths and the weight of a dying world, Helena Moreau is the mind behind the Dome’s survival. Methodical and precise, she monitors radiation levels, knowing their future depends on her findings.

Gaunt and exhausted, with deep-set eyes that have seen too much, she carries knowledge no one else can bear—yet remains powerless to change it. Each failed scan, each red warning light, adds to the weight on her shoulders.

How long before the burden becomes too much?

The Military Commander. A man shaped by generations of military rigidity, Ivan Korsakov is more than a commander—he is an immovable force. Tasked with The Hemisphere’s security and serving as Grant’s emergency replacement, he carries his duty with cold precision.

With steel-gray hair, a scarred temple, and a broad frame hardened by years of discipline, he is a man who allows no room for hesitation. His pale blue eyes are void of warmth, his words sharp and absolute. He does not entertain doubt, nor does he waver in crisis. Even when faced with the devastation beyond the Dome, Korsakov remains unshaken. Fear is irrelevant. Only order and survival matter.

The Architect of Illusion. The mastermind behind the Dome’s holographic projections, Darius Kumar devotes his life to preserving the illusion of a world long lost. Sharp-minded and calculating, his intellect is unmatched—his mind a machine of logic and precision.

A man of few emotions, he finds solace in his work, his only true passion. His deep-set brown eyes see patterns where others see chaos, and his conversations with Helena Moreau was among the few he truly values. While others live within the Dome’s illusions, Darius controls them—until, one day, everything fell apart.

The Minister of Survival. A statesman by blood and a politician by nature, Dante Sorel knows how to command a room, even in times of crisis. Skilled in strategy and persuasion, he thrives under pressure, navigating the shifting tides of power with precision.

In the wake of an assassination, fractures in the Dome, and looming revelations, he orchestrates emergency meetings, ensuring control in the face of chaos. The island’s future rests on his ability to maintain order—but as the Day of Truth approaches, even he wonders if control is slipping through his fingers.

The Rebel’s Legacy. Troy Marek is the grandson of the man who led the most pivotal rebellion in the Hemisphere’s history. His very existence unsettles the regime, a living reminder that power is never absolute. Tall, solid, and always watching, he moves like a man who knows when to fight and when to disappear. His dark eyes—calculating yet unreadable—carry the weight of a lifetime spent balancing between hope and survival. A ghost to the government and a symbol to the people, Marek is no traditional leader, yet his presence alone commands loyalty. His grandfather’s defiance flows in his veins, a legacy of fire that has never been extinguished. To some, he is a relic of an old war; to others, he is proof that the fight is far from over.

Love in the Time of Rebellion. Raised to embody discipline and control, Liora Sorel is the perfect daughter of the Minister of Survival—poised, intelligent, and untouchable. Her beauty is effortless, her composure flawless, her every move carefully curated. But beneath the surface, she is unraveling.

For months, she has led a dangerous double life, slipping between the power she was born into and the forbidden passion she couldn't resist. Her secret? a dangerous lofe affair. In stolen moments, she is not the Minister’s heir but a woman consumed by longing, torn between duty and desire.

She has her father’s sharp mind and an artist’s soul, but soon, she will have to choose—and no matter her decision, the world will never be the same.

The President. Zephyr Blackwood carries the weight of the Hemisphere on his shoulders. His sharp, metallic-gray eyes—both calculating and weary—see beyond the present, burdened by secrets he dares not share. A grandson of the legendary Blackwood who established the Day of Truth, he lacks his ancestor’s natural charisma but wields control with unwavering precision. At sixty, he is a man molded by scarcity, his lean frame a reflection of the world he governs. His voice, deep and deliberate, commands both respect and restraint.

His rule is one of necessity, not inspiration. Unlike his predecessors, he does not seek admiration—only survival. The Dome remains intact, the people obedient, but Blackwood knows the fragile peace he upholds is built on unspoken truths and quiet sacrifices. He often wonders: Is he leading his people toward salvation or merely delaying the inevitable?

The Secretary of State. At 65, Thorne Grover stands at 6’4”, a lean yet commanding presence with chiseled features and penetrating dark eyes. His thinning hair and pale complexion bear the mark of years spent under the Dome’s artificial glow, but his influence is anything but dim. As Secretary of State, he is the silent force behind the government, ensuring order with a measured voice and a talent for negotiation. Trusted by President Blackwood, Grover thrives in the realm of diplomacy, compromise, and quiet control. Coming from a lineage that never reached the presidency, he knows this is the highest his bloodline has ever climbed—and he intends to make it count.

The Head of IT. Emmet Clarke operates under Minister Sorel with near-unrestricted access to the island’s technological infrastructure. Brilliant yet emotionally fragile, he wrestles with unrequited love, a longing that weakens his resolve. Once part of the ill-fated Griffin Mission, he returned more unstable than before. Tall, with dark blonde hair, his intelligence and ambition are undeniable, but so is the turbulence beneath his calculated exterior.

The Daughter of President and a worker of the Living memory building, Vivienne Blackwood fights for humanity’s survival while resisting the fate others have chosen for her. Fiercely independent and deeply in love, she refuses to be reduced to her biology, even as tradition demands she bear the next generation. Torn between duty and defiance, she stands at the crossroads of survival and freedom, unwilling to abandon  who she loves—even if it means rejecting the future others have written for her.

The Chief of Police, serves as both sheriff and lead investigator, a man tasked with maintaining order in a world on the brink. With only thirty officers and twenty soldiers under his command, he understands the limits of control, yet he enforces the law with sharp instincts and relentless resolve. Years spent as the Sheriff of the Hemisphere have taught him how people move, hide, and survive—knowledge that makes him both feared and respected. Under the supervision of Mayor Quinn, he navigates the delicate balance between justice and necessity, knowing that in a place where law and survival blur, every decision could tip the scales toward chaos.

The Judge. Born into the law, Nova Sinclair was mentored by her father, Joseph Sinclair, through the island’s most turbulent judicial era. She witnessed the aftermath of the great rebellion firsthand, studying every case and ruling until justice became second nature. When she took her father’s place 25 years ago, the trials had dwindled, and the need for her expertise faded into near obscurity. Now, her gavel rarely falls, and the courtroom stands mostly silent—but she knows that peace is fragile, and the law must always be ready for the moment it is tested again.

The Minister of Continuity, was a name few had heard before, but a power none could deny. His position have always been shrouded in secrecy, whispered about in corridors yet never truly understood. His appearance is almost spectral, his skin pale as if untouched by sunlight, lending him an eerie presence that only heightened the mystery surrounding him. Yet, despite his ghostlike visage, his voice is anything but weak. It is rich, smooth, and deliberate—an instrument of control. In another life, he could have been a celebrated narrator, his tone soothing enough for documentaries or meditation tapes. But in this life, his words carries far greater weight. They dictate who would bear the next generation, who would be granted the right to life’s most fundamental role.

The Chief Surgeon.  In the Hemisphere, Dr. Eric Ashford carries the weight of an entire society’s survival on his shoulders. With limited resources and a medical team untested by true crisis, he is the last line of defense against death in a place where violence and catastrophe was rare—but never impossible. Every case, from routine injuries to life-or-death emergencies, rests on his skill, forcing him to balance expertise with the grim reality that sometimes, even medicine couldn’t save everyone.

The High Priest. The revered high priest of the 0.001%, is a pillar of faith in the Hemisphere. Well into his seventies, he had risen to prominence during the rebellion and has remained a steadfast spiritual leader ever since. Tall and slender, with a long white beard and unruly hair, he carries an air of frailty, yet his grip on his carved wooden cane speaks of quiet resilience. His green eyes, clouded by age, hold the weight of decades spent shaping belief. Once a devout Catholic, he weaves remnants of his past faith into the doctrine of the 0.001%, solidifying its dominance on the island. Presiding over the most attended religious services, his presence has become as enduring as the faith he upholds.

The Mayor.  The young and pragmatic mayor of the Hemisphere, is a leader shaped by loss and responsibility. Intelligent and composed, she carries the weight of governance with sharp focus, balancing survival and order beneath the dome. Widowed young, she buries her grief in duty, allowing little room for personal desires. A devout Catholic, faith guides her choices, offering structure in an increasingly chaotic world. Yet, beneath her disciplined exterior, unspoken emotions lingered—longing, loneliness, and an affection she refuses to acknowledge. Duty always comes first, even when it means denying herself what she truly wants.

The minister of Energy. Kira Nakamura is the Hemisphere’s relentless strategist, ensuring every drop of energy is used wisely. Pragmatic and methodical, she pushes for strict rationing long before others saw the crisis coming. With a background in engineering and resource management, she operates with cold efficiency, prioritizing survival over sentiment. Some saw her as severe, but Nakamura doesn't need to be liked—she needs to be right. And so far, she always had been.

The Master Librarian of the Library of Living Memory, is the island’s keeper of history, preserving the stories of those who had perished in the nuclear cataclysm and those who endured under the dome. A warm, ever-cheerful presence, she welcomes visitors with an easy smile and a willingness to guide them through the labyrinthine archives. She is never one for penalties or strict enforcement—her charm and humor can smooth over any issue. But beneath her sunny exterior is a woman burdened by a deep, unspoken sorrow. Myra is barren, unable to contribute to the future of a dwindling civilization. And as she gazes at the sky, realizing the world she helped remember might soon be gone, the weight of her work feels heavier than ever.

The Radio Communications Specialist, is the lifeline between the Hemisphere and the Phoenix Mission—the last hope for survival. With striking red hair, piercing green eyes, and pale freckled skin, she carries an almost ethereal presence, like a spirit out of an old Celtic tale. Despite her delicate appearance, she is hardened by discipline, her small but powerful frame hinting at military training. Precision and control define her, both in her work and her demeanor. She never let emotions interfere with transmissions, but in the quiet moments between signals, she allows herself to hope.

The Head Nurse of the Hemisphere, is a pillar of quiet strength in a world teetering on the edge. At 30, she carries both the burden of leadership and the hope of a future she and her husband had carefully planned—a child, approved but postponed until the uncertain voyage to a new land. Tireless and sharp, she moves through the hospital with unwavering focus, her efficiency unmatched. Yet beneath the crisp professionalism, there is an undeniable warmth, a deep well of compassion that make her presence a comfort to patients and colleagues alike.

Heir of the Eddington family. Unlike others part of his rebel group, Barry Eddington was the heir to one of the oldest families in the city—a lineage that had once held great influence. That legacy afforded him privileges, but it also made him a target. He had a rebellious soul and a genuine desire to fix the system. He would stop at nothing to expose its weaknesses, even if it meant going against the very structure that had benefited his family for generations. If anyone could gain access to anywhere it was Eddington. But even his influence had its limits.

Electrician. With a sharp tongue and a defiant glare, Sam Cunningham was one of Troy's best friends and also the most devout follower of Marek's ideas. Because of that, he had long been under quiet surveillance, his movements tracked, his words dissected for any hints of treason. 

Mechanic. Maureen Harlow had been a young police officer, who spent five years in the service, and was notoriously famous for her proficiency with guns, hitting all the targets during their practices. She had left the service and since then had developed some type of bad feeling against the island's government. No one knew her well but she was definitely capable of hitting any long-distance shot with accuracy. 

The school principal. The young headmistress of the Unified School, Mary Voss was one of the first selected for the exodus flight.

Military. Callum Vex was a military officer and drone specialist who occasionally was assigned as one of the President's personal guards.

Ex-Military officer and priest. Sean Burke had served in the army for five years, working with drones, but after suffering an injury in his right eye, he had become a devout member of the 0.001%.