Zero’s wife, who is forty-five with sharp features and gray streaks in her hair. She is ambitious and desires upward mobility, often contrasting herself with others in her community.

An office colleague of Zero who considers herself refined, despite Zero's critical view of her appearance. She struggles with her feelings and social class distinctions.

A ghostly figure who appears to Zero after his execution, having killed his own mother. He is in search of punishment in the afterlife and acts as a guide to Zero.

A neighbor of Zero's with a progressive moral code who spends time in jail for indecent exposure due to Zero’s actions. She is perceived negatively by Zero and his wife, but is presented as strong and independent.

A character in the afterlife who interacts with Zero in his office job, responsible for retrieving souls. He feels underappreciated in his repetitive role and is condescending to Zero.