Alexander Collins: Level headed rational thinker who doesn't believe in the Legend of Smiling Jack. He is currently the subject of some gossip over the fact that he is currently dating Laurel Sterling, a trouble maker who is not part of their group of friends.

Laurel Sterling: Punk rock troublemaker who knows a great deal about the Legend of Smiling Jack. She has ambitions to become a writer but isn't sure what subject her first book should be about.

Kimberly Collins: Alex's fraternal twin sister, smart, popular, and attractive. Recently ended a tumultous relationship with Trent Downing.

Clover Chu: The new girl in town, Clover moved to Westin Heights from San Francisco over the summer and quickly became Kim's best friend.

Heather Duncan: Most popular girl in school, extremely socially conscious. She dislikes Laurel and doesn't think she should be dating Alex.

Derek Hagan: Heather's boyfriend, big tough jock and one of Trent's best buds. He dislikes Laurel and thinks she had something to do with Kim breaking up with Trent.

Jill Berman: Heather's oldest and best friend, she just broke up with her boyfriend and is a little withdrawn.

Charlotte Beck: Kim's childhood friend, is constantly pursued by Seth.

Seth Anderson: Derek's buddy, his goal in life is to date and sleep with Charlotte.

Max Passone: Seth's cousin from San Francisco who comes down for a visit and a chance to hit on Charlotte.

Trent Downing: Captain of the Westin Height High's football team and formerly Kim's boyfriend.

David Manstein: Captain of the Westin Height High's Wrestling team, Trent's shadow.

Mark Thorton: Trent's eager lackey and football player.