Peer’s mother, who raises him alone after the death of her husband. She is both hard-hearted and indulgent towards Peer, witnessing the consequences of his actions.

The village blacksmith and Peer’s enemy in his youth, known for having a history of altercations with Peer.

A woman whom Peer becomes infatuated with, representing purity and goodness in the play.

Solveig’s disapproving father, who eventually consents to help locate Peer after his actions set off scandal.

Solveig’s little sister, who delivers messages to and from Peer during the narrative events surrounding a wedding.

An heiress initially interested in Peer, who runs away with him despite being engaged to Mads Moen.

Engaged to Ingrid before she runs away with Peer, and described as foolish by both his father and Peer.

Three dairy maids known for their playful interaction with Peer, reflecting folklore themes.

A troll princess who captures Peer’s attention and later bears his child.

The troll king, who tries to inculcate Peer with the troll philosophy of living.

The offspring of Peer and the Woman in Green, depicted as unruly and troll-like.

Åse’s neighbor who helps Åse after Peer causes trouble that leads to the loss of their home.

Associates of Peer in Morocco, who initially flatter him but eventually betray him.

Characters portraying a generational continuation of thievery, abandoning their loot upon Peer’s presence.

A member of Peer’s harem in Morocco, who charms him to acquire jewels but ultimately escapes with his horse.

A character who crowns Peer the emperor of enlightenment, with a view on enlightenment and self-absorption.

Characters reflecting humorous role reversals, with inmates having taken over as guards, symbolizing the blurred lines between sanity and madness.

Crew members on Peer’s journey back to Norway, representing familial connections that Peer lacks.

Eulogizes a character from Peer’s past, offering a perspective on bravery and self-identity.

Villagers who remember Peer from his youth, symbolizing the inescapability of past identities.

A mythical creature Peer encounters, providing an insight into avoiding direct confrontation.

A mysterious character whom Peer meets before a shipwreck, bringing to light themes of mortality.

An enigmatic character who presents Peer with existential questions about his life’s value and destination.

A mysterious figure resembling a priest, who presents Peer with contemplation about heaven, hell, and an afterlife choice.