Begins as an uninterested member of the Wildfire team, chosen for being unmarried, and grows into a crucial figure who makes significant breakthroughs. His perseverance and insight play a key role in handling the crisis involving the alien organism.

Considered a brilliant scientist but plays a less dominant role in the Wildfire Project. Known for his disheveled appearance and deferential role, his oversights are noted, yet he faces significant challenges during the investigation of the alien organism.

A talented scientist with a secret struggle with epilepsy, which impacts his ability to contribute fully. Despite his intellectual capabilities, his condition leads to critical moments of vulnerability within the Wildfire Project.