Nat’s fellow laborer and ally in his rebellion plan, who harbors internal anger due to the separation from his family. Hark is strong and complex, balancing humor and resilience.

A man spared by Nat in his rebellion, whose unexpected connection with Nat arises from their unique and secretive exchange on a farm.

A white man involved in Nat's trial, who simultaneously supports and undermines him while symbolizing the complex legal challenges faced during the rebellion.

The young and progressive daughter of a local preacher, whom Nat has an affectionate yet tragic bond with.

Nat’s last master, noted for his benevolent treatment and trust, who unwittingly allows Nat time to plan his mission.

A progressive master who supports Nat’s education but eventually loses Nat’s respect due to his personal failings.

A relative of Samuel Turner, who captivates a young Nat before a traumatic event alters his perception of her.

Samuel’s less humane, irreligious brother and the initial owner of Nat, whose death is only faintly remembered by Nat.

A deeply religious advisor to Nat in the rebellion, who harbors anger from past abuse despite having a generally kind master.

Another of Nat’s advisors, known for his patience and calm demeanor but possessing an underlying fury from previous cruel treatment.

A young, strong advisor in Nat’s rebellion who is respected within the black community despite his own hard experiences.

An advisor of Nat who contributes a frantic energy to the rebellion, his anger fueled by mistreatment and desire for revenge.

Nat’s late mother, whose lineage and harsh life experiences deeply affect Nat.

An enslaved teenager close to Nat, with an ambiguous relationship that ends when he is sold.

A minister who briefly takes Nat in after Samuel’s plan fails, yet mistreats him and eventually sells him.

A cruel small farmer who owns Nat for nine years, using his talents minimally until Nat becomes the property of Joseph Travis.