A 200-year-old vampire who appears as a 12-year-old and moves next door to Oskar. Eli develops a protective friendship with Oskar, offering complexity through intelligence and vulnerability.

A former school teacher with a troubling past, who becomes entangled with Eli. His actions and moral dilemmas add layers of tension and darkness to the narrative.

A policeman with strong religious convictions, who becomes engaged to Yvonne. He represents traditional moral values and experiences conflict when faced with complex realities.

A man living off his father's stamp collection, who desires a better life with his lover, Virginia. His motivations shift drastically after personal tragedy involving the supernatural elements of the plot.

An older woman with a mundane job who is in love with Lacke. Her life takes a dramatic turn due to events linked to Eli, challenging her existing perceptions.

A reclusive older man with a large number of cats, known for his alcohol generosity. Gösta witnesses and recounts events that add to the unfolding mystery without directly involving authorities.

A group of bullies who torment Oskar, with Jonny playing a central role. Their interactions with Oskar contribute significantly to the underlying tension and conflict in the story.

Oskar’s gym teacher, respected and somewhat feared by his students. He plays a crucial role in helping Oskar build confidence through physical training.