An alcoholic junk dealer and storyteller living in Bataween, responsible for the creation of the Creature; he is a central but unreliable figure whose tales captivate and confound those around him.

A journalist working for a Baghdadi magazine, who becomes engrossed in Hadi's tale; his journey is marked by ambition and eventual retreat to his hometown.

An elderly Assyrian Christian widow who lives near Hadi and believes the Creature is her lost son Daniel; her story is connected to her hope and longing for her son’s return.

A small-time conman and realtor who attempts to exploit the post-invasion chaos to his advantage by acquiring properties in Bataween.

The owner of the rundown Orouba Hotel, who struggles to maintain the property amid the upheaval following the US invasion.

Head of the Tracking and Pursuit Department, frustrated by his lack of influence and recognition, who attempts to solve crimes in tumultuous times.

Owner of the al-Haqiqa magazine and a political writer, known for his connections and attempts to navigate the power dynamics in Baghdad.