A young newcomer to Endora who captivates the local youth, including Gilbert, and provides an opportunity for him to reflect on his emotions and choices.

An older, married woman who engages Gilbert in a complex affair, representing both a source of intimacy and an expression of Gilbert's unresolved familial feelings.

Gilbert's mother, whose life is constrained by her obesity and past grief, influencing the dynamics within the family.

Gilbert's younger brother with an intellectual disability, whose care is a central element of Gilbert's life and decisions.