A woman from a subjugated class intended for slaughter, whose relationship with Tejo evolves over time. Lacking vocal cords, she becomes central to Tejo's household dynamics.

Tejo’s sister, depicted as accepting of societal norms and the novel's grim realities. Her relationship with Tejo is transactional, highlighting her adherence to societal conventions and practices.

Tejo’s wife, a nurse who experiences deep grief after losing their child. Her connection with Tejo becomes strained as she grapples with her desires and societal pressures.

A marginalized group living on the fringes of society, surviving off discarded or illegal meat. Their existence underscores the socioeconomic divides and is characterized by their interactions with various other characters in the story.