Nathan's 9-year-old sister, who is expressive and emotional, providing support and companionship to Nathan as they navigate their father's absence and other challenges.

A white man formerly involved in the removal of the Shawnees who undergoes a transformation, living alone in a wigwam and helping the Fowler family when needed. He serves as a protective figure.

A former soldier who participated in the removal of the Shawnees and continues to engage in violent acts, creating conflict and suffering for both Indigenous people and settlers. He is depicted as lacking humanity and is central to the plot's tension.

Nathan and Molly's father, whose disappearance sets off the events of the story. He provides wisdom and guidance, challenging traditional notions of masculinity and showing a more humanized view of the Shawnees.

Deceased before the story starts, her beliefs and actions reflect compassion toward the Shawnees and challenge gender norms, influencing Nathan and Molly even after her death.

The only named Indigenous character in the story, she is Ezra's pregnant Shawnee wife and symbolizes acceptance and alliance, although her fate is tragic.