A white soldier in the United States Army who adopts an Ojibwe girl after a traumatic event and grapples with his guilt and search for redemption.

A young Indigenous girl adopted by Scranton Roy, originally named Other Side of the Earth, who becomes a mythic figure within her family, connecting them to their cultural heritage.

The biracial child of Scranton Roy, symbolizing the racial blending within the families and dealing with historical challenges like government-run boarding schools.

The grandson of Augustus Roy, who is an "urban Indian" and a trader, struggling with cultural disconnection while navigating life in Minneapolis.

An antelope woman connected to Ojibwe culture, navigating the challenges of living in an urban setting while trying to maintain her cultural identity.

Rozin's husband, involved in illegal disposal activities, who struggles with his cultural identity and the impact of urbanization.

A resilient woman committed to preserving her family's Ojibwe culture, who experiences personal transformation and explores her identity and relationships.

A kind baker who is Rozin's love interest and represents a supportive, respectful male figure within the Ojibwe community.

Wise, resilient women who live on reservation land, representing cultural continuity and the matriarchal strength of the families.

A hardworking and intelligent cousin of Rozin, pursuing a career as a drug counselor while addressing societal and familial gender challenges.

Rozin's twin daughters who embody the ongoing connection between the past and present generations, highlighting cultural preservation.