Characters
Meet the colorful residents of a cozy village by the sea — and the mysterious aliens who came to visit.
The Villagers
The Actor
The actor has a penchant for drama and is always preparing for his next role. He practically lives at the local theater, where he is the star of the show. Just don't steal his spotlight!
The Archer
The archer has the best aim in the village and a quick draw as well. With her bow and arrow, she can split a tomato in half from two houses away. She is also an accomplished equestrian.
The Art Critic
The art critic has an opinion about all types of art. He judges everything from the local theater production to the annual village bake-off. His dark secret is that he's ironically afraid of criticism.
The Artist
The artist is a true believer in the power of art and she is often covered in paint. She spends hours in her studio with windows open, trying to capture the landscape on her canvas.
The Astronaut
The astronaut is among the bravest and hardest working villagers. After many years of training, he finally made his first space flight. Upon returning to the village, he was greeted with a parade.
The Baker
The baker is one of the most popular people in the village. His tasty treats are coveted by young and old alike. When he bakes, the aroma drifts through town and brings 'em running.
The Banker
The banker has helped build up the village with timely loans to many enterprising individuals. He is also the biggest sponsor of local sports teams and frequently attends their games.
The Barista
The barista runs the local coffee shop. She knows everyone's order by heart, and she can make any kind of latte, mocha, or espresso in her sleep. She also loves sharing gossip with patrons.
The Baseball Pro
The baseball pro is the only villager who made it to the major leagues, and he even has his own baseball card. Whenever he returns home, he likes to share his batting tips with local youths.
The Biker Man
The biker has the baddest cycle in the village and you can hear it revving up from all the way across town. He's been known to invite a woman along for a ride when trying to impress her.
The Biker Woman
The biker chick doesn't take any attitude from anyone, so don't speak badly about her. She is happiest when flying down the highway with the wind whipping past her, feeling at peace with the whole world.
The Bouncer
The bouncer works at the local pub and is also a private investigator. His rough exterior and bulging muscles convince people to underestimate his IQ, which is higher than average.
The Burglar
The burglar is one of the few criminals in the village. He lurks in shadows and comes out at night, when he can snoop easily without being caught. He loves nothing more than a good heist.
The Businessman
The businessman is high energy and unafraid to talk to anyone. He runs several businesses in the village and will try to sell you anything. But people don't mind due to his sunny disposition.
The Caveman
The caveman is a relic from another age. He lives in a literal cave down by the sea. He constantly eats fish and berries, and he doesn't talk much. But he's very kind and the villagers love him.
The CEO
The CEO is the wealthiest villager. At a young age, he left town and worked his way to the top of a multi-national corporation. He has world leaders on speed dial, but doesn't forget his roots.
The Child
The child is beloved by the whole village. Her parents and grandparents adore her and often spoil her, but she is very grounded and polite despite all the attention. She loves reading books!
The Clown
The clown is a simple soul who just likes to make other people laugh. He's a master of physical comedy who can make children and adults chortle and howl. He's quite popular at birthday parties.
The Coder
The coder is a genius who can build any type of app, website, or game with a few thoughtfully placed lines of computer code. She often works at the local cafe, hunched over her laptop.
The Conductor
The conductor operates the train that passes through the village. His favorite part of the job is blowing the train's horn for the local children before the train departs from the station.
The Cowboy
The cowboy owns a ranch on the outskirts of town so he's often covered in dust. His best friends are horses, and he can ride any bucking bronco even if it's never been broken before.
The Cyclist
The cyclist owns the best bike in town and he wears color-matching kits on his long rides near the village. He is constantly eating gel packs and sweating hard to beat his career best time.
The Dancer
The dancer owns a studio in the village where he teaches dance classes everyday, from salsa to hip hop to modern dance. He also enjoys going to clubs and showing off his best moves.
The Designer
The designer has the most refined taste of anyone in the village. He is a savant at graphic design, and counts many of his neighbors as customers. Plus, he does interior design on the side.
The DJ
The DJ grew up in a musical home. Both his parents were musicians. He knows all the up-and-coming artists and his set lists pump the dance floor with high energy beats.
The Doctor
The doctor has a private practice in the village, where he treats many villagers on a daily basis. His demeanor is serious, and his brain is top-notch. No one dares to disrespect him.
The Entrepreneur
The entrepreneur recently graduated from college and he's full of exciting business ideas. He is also a social media influencer who will persuade you to invest money into his new startup company.
The Explorer
The explorer has been obsessed with adventure since he was a kid. He's climbed Mt. Everest, braved the jungles of Ecuador, and trekked through the frozen tundra of Antarctica.
The Farmer
The farmer loves animals more than people. He has cows, chickens, sheep, horses, pigs, and rabbits on his farm located just outside of town. Other villagers like to visit to see the animals.
The Fashionista
The fashionista has all the latest looks and knows the hot new trends. His outfits make other villagers stop and stare. Many of them come to his boutique shop to ask for his advice.
The Federal Agent
The federal agent lives amongst the villagers but he never truly relaxes, because his job requires him to be on high alert at all times. He monitors the streets and the web for criminal activity.
The Firefighter
The firefighter spends most days with the crew at the fire station, pulling pranks to pass the time. But in case of a fire, he rushes to the scene and bravely risks his life to stop it and save the village.
The Fisherman
The fisherman spends his days at sea and returns each evening with the latest haul. His skin is always suntanned or sunburned and he often smells like fish. But he has the best stories in the village.
The Flight Attendant
The flight attendant works for a major airline that flies all around the world. Her job has allowed her to travel to far off places and see amazing things like the pyramids in Egypt and the Himalayas in Nepal.
The Florist
The florist has a shop in the village where her neighbors come to get the most vibrant floral arrangements for their loved ones. You can find her with a trowel in her hand, or arranging a new bouquet.
The Footballer
The football pro is a tough guy and a bit of a show-off. When he makes a great play on the field, he celebrates wildly. Off the field, he's always signing autographs for fans or taking selfies.
The Gamer
The gamer has a full video gaming setup in her living room and spends many hours per day playing. Her skill is so legendary that no one in the village would dare try to beat her in a one-on-one matchup.
The Golf Pro
The golf pro is a retired PGA Tour mainstay who today owns the local golf course. He teaches youngsters how to swing a club and often mans the snack bar where he chitchats with all his friends.
The Grandma
The grandma is the children's beloved granny, a stern and dignified woman, who adores her grandchildren and beams whenever she sees them. Usually, she brings a few candies when she visits them.
The Grandpa
The grandpa is a whimsical and zany old man. He delights his grandchildren with his colorful sweaters, loud belly laughs, and fantastical stories. He loves sports and attends all their youth sports games.
The Hazmat Unit
The hazmat unit is charged with cleaning up any toxic substances that might spill, leak, drain, or drop out vehicles, homes, bins, or businesses. This unit moves with haste but also caution.
The Hippy
The hippy is a free spirit who doesn't abide by society's rules. He wears colorful clothing, has very long hair, and always wants to talk about philosophy. In the end, villagers love him because he truly loves everyone.
The Hockey Dad
The hockey dad is respected by all within the village. He is the most fashionable father figure and while his study of mixed martial arts might make him a little intimidating, he makes up for it with a big wide smile.
The Jogger
The jogger has enormous calves and unreal endurance. He runs ten miles a day and he never misses a day, even for birthdays and holidays. If you pass by him in town he's sweating and breathing hard.
The King
The king is a legend in the village. His lineage dates back centuries and his many ancestors ruled the land long ago. While he doesn't have a throne, the villagers all treat him like a dignitary anyway.
The Knight
The knight upholds traditions from another age. He wears a full suit of armor and trains in sword and mace fighting. He sometimes rides through town on a noble steed, which delights all the children.
The Lady
The lady is a throwback to another era. She aspires to an ideal of gentility and high-class living that can only be enjoyed by the upper class. Despite her aspirations, she treats everyone with respect.
The Life Coach
The life coach is an engaging and inspirational speaker. She has many clients in the village who are getting closer to achieving their dreams thanks to her guidance. But her advice is very expensive!
The Lifeguard
The lifeguard is a teenager who works at the swimming pool for minimum wage. She is quite popular with the young men and women alike, but sadly she finds her job quite boring.
The Lord
The lord is married to the lady, and together they own an estate just outside the village. The estate has a magnificent garden and dining hall, which they rent out for parties and events.
The Lumberjack
The lumberjack likes to be outside and work with his hands. He is happiest in the forest, where he talks to the birds and works with a crew who expertly cut trees that are used to build homes.
The Magician
The magician can make coins and bracelets disappear or make a chicken pop out of a top hat. Children and adults love his performances and cheer wildly. His secret is he actually believes he's magic.
The Mechanic
The mechanic can fix any car, truck, motorcycle, or even boat. She intuitively understands how things work and she doesn't mind getting her hands dirty. Her tool belt has a wrench, a drill, a hammer, and three different types of screws and bolts.
The Milkmaid
The milkmaid is a young woman who goes from house to house delivering bottles of milk every morning. She likes to stop and chat with each villager before depositing the milk on their doorstep.
The Miner
The miner is a hardy soul who ventures into the depths of the local mine every day to bring back precious metals. He knows all the tunnels under the village and gives the children gems he's found.
The Mixtape Artist
The mixtape artist believes he's the next big hip hop star. In his free time he's writing new lyrics and recording them. On Saturdays he'll stop you in the village to give you a mixtape or Soundcloud link.
The Mummy
The mummy has lived in the village forever, literally. He never speaks but he does occasionally create detailed hieroglyphs for the children who find his strange attire and drawings fascinating.
The Musician
The musician is an old soul and a talented performer who can be found playing guitar and singing at the local pubs and dance halls. He has eclectic taste and his songs tug at your heartstrings.
The Newsman
The newsman anchors the local news broadcast that's watched by most villagers. He brings a dignified air to his reporting but he frequently strokes his mustache, which makes his audience chuckle.
The Ninja
The ninja has been training her whole life in the art of karate, with some aikido and jiu jitsu as well. She wakes up with the sun and practices all day. Even the toughest men in the village won't fight her.
The Opera Singer
The opera singer is a local gem who brings visitors from neighboring towns to witness his incredible vocal range and his moving performances. At Christmas time, he sings carols in the village square.
The Painter
The painter has applied new layers of blue, yellow, and eggshell colors to the interior of many village homes. He is like Da Vinci with a roller brush and applicator. His clothes are covered in splotches of paint.
The Patrolman
The patrolman is a state trooper who monitors all vehicle movements in the village and sometimes issues speeding tickets. He secretly dreams of high-speed car chases involving criminals.
The Photographer
The photographer has keen observation skills and sees things that other people miss. She can find the perfect frame for any scene and although she's popular as a wedding photographer in the village, she prefers snapping pictures of nature and wildlife.
The Pirate
The pirate spent many years at sea plundering booty from ships and vessels that were no match for his wily wits and bravery. His trusty parrot lives in his palatial home with treasures buried below it.
The Plumber
The plumber is the most important member of the village as he is the only one who consistently unclogs drains and toilets. He drives with a siren when responding to sewage emergencies.
The Poet
The poet is a gentle soul who sees the beauty in life. He is beloved in the village for helping others see it too. He is often inspired by nature, and his poems are lyrical, ethereal, and mystical.
The Police Officer
The police officer is in charge of keeping order in the village. She is calm, cool, and collected, but when necessary she can talk loud and take charge of any situation. She patrols the village in her brand new police cruiser, looking for anything that might be going wrong at any moment.
The Pope
The pope was born in the village and everyone is very proud of him. When he returns, the whole town lines the street to greet him, regardless of their religion. He prays for the village daily.
The Prisoner
The prisoner recently escaped from the village jail and has been on the run, hiding in abandoned shacks, tool sheds, and barns on the outskirts of town. He plans to get far away from here.
The Professor
The professor teaches at the local university and he is an expert in many subjects, including history, linguistics, and philosophy. His students love his classes, his funny mannerisms, and his wild hair.
The Punk
The punk is a soulful singer who is also a terrific strummer on the guitar. Her vocal range and musicality make her a powerful performer who draws large crowds at every village venue.
The Queen
The queen lives with the king in a historic castle by the sea. However, they are not living in a fairytale. They have to shop for groceries and pay parking tickets just like everyone else in the village.
The Revolutionary
The revolutionary believes he was alive in 1776 and helped write the U.S. constitution. He speaks in flowery language and educates the children about the nuances of history. He writes letters, not emails.
The Rockstar
The rockstar is world famous and has platinum selling records with many number 1 hits that get radio rotations. He has remained humble through it all, and he still likes to come home to the village.
The Scuba Diver
The scuba diver feels most at home underneath the surface of the ocean, swimming among the fish and seaweed. She enjoys collecting deep sea artifacts and teaching scuba diving classes.
The Sensei
The sensei has spent his whole life studying martial arts. He exudes a quite confidence and dignity that demands respect from all other villagers. His dojo hosts daily martial arts classes.
The Skater Man
The skater man is in his late 20's and spends most days at the local skatepark practicing his ollies and kickflips. He also films promo videos for various products including energy drinks and apparel.
The Skater Woman
The skater woman is probably the coolest person in the village. She hangs out with the boys and skates better than most of them. If anyone tries to mess with her, they end up regretting it quickly.
The Skier
The skier is a fiend for fresh powder and well-groomed slopes. He talks about the snowfall and ski conditions year round, and wears ski goggles, gloves, and jackets from October to April.
The Snowboarder
The snowboarder is the most chill person in the village. He likes to get high and then hit the slopes. He loves getting big air off a jump and nailing a big trick in front of his friends and various onlookers.
The Soccer Coach
The soccer coach is highly competitive and has led the local club to a winning record every year. His ponytail, chewing gum habit, and wrap-around sunglasses have made him an icon in the village.
The Soccer Dad
The soccer dad is extremely supportive of his kids and makes time to watch every single soccer match they play. He is constantly coming or going from a practice or a game and he loves all of it.
The Soccer Mom
The soccer mom drives a minivan with tons of soccer equipment in the back and tons of kids in the front. Her most fulfilling moments are talking to her kids after each game and seeing them happy.
The Socialite
The socialite hosts the best parties and knows all the important people in the village. She can get politicians and celebrities on the phone with ease. She wields her social influence like a weapon.
The Soldier
The soldier is a relic from another age. He guards the village from invading armies using only his musket and his considerable courage. He does daily drills to practice his formations and march steps.
The Student
The student attends the local university and is taking many courses including biology, chemistry, psychology, and calculus. Her plan is to become a scientist and create new medicines to heal people.
The Swimmer
The swimmer is obsessed with improving his times in the butterfly and breast stroke. He spends 3 hours per day in the pool and his delts and lats are insanely powerful. He can hold his breath for over 4 minutes.
The Teacher
The teacher is a beloved part of the community because she is sincere, supportive, and thoughtful. Every year her primary school students show great progress and are sad to leave her at year's end.
The Techie
The techie is very proud of his job where he builds software products for a multi-national company based in Silicon Valley. He's always up to date on the latest tech buzz words like VR, AGI, and LLM.
The Teenager
The teenager is fed up with stupid adults telling him what to do. He can be found loitering on street corners or skateboarding on sidewalks. His headphones block out all the noise.
The Tennis Pro
The tennis pro has been swinging a racket since she was only 4 years old. Her backhand and forehand are unrivaled in the village. Her matches are televised and the villagers all cheer if she wins.
The Traveler
The traveler came to visit the village from a far distant land, flying in an airplane halfway across the world. He gets along with everyone and has enjoyed sharing cuisines and trading recipes with villagers.
The Viking
The viking traces his roots back generations. He proudly honors his heritage by wearing traditional viking garb including a menacing viking helmet and a heavy woolen cloak.
The Waitress
The waitress is a hard-working young woman who often pulls double shifts at the local diner. She is fiercely cheerful and usually gets big tips from her customers, especially the regulars who know her well.
The Wrestler
The wrestler is not smart but he is very tough, with a high threshold for pain. His muscles are deceptively small because he can crush any other villager with ease if they dare to get on the mat.
The Writer
The writer is a young man who likes to observe everything that happens in the village. When inspiration strikes him, he jots down lines of prose in his spiral-bound notebook. He claims to be working on a novel, but no one has actually seen or read it yet.
The Yogi
The yogi takes her practice very seriously. She knows Vinyasa, Bikram, and Iyengar yoga and she teaches all of them to devoted students every day. She's so flexible her nose can touch her toes.
The Aliens
Urgu
Urgu is a fierce alien warrior who leads scouting missions to the village. Despite his intimidating appearance, he is secretly curious about human customs.
Gleech
Gleech is a mischievous alien who loves playing tricks on the villagers. His glowing eyes and quick movements make him hard to catch.
Lumira
Lumira is the wisest of the alien visitors. She communicates through soft glowing light patterns and has a gentle, peaceful nature.
Plixi
Plixi is the smallest alien and the most adventurous. He often sneaks away from the group to explore the village on his own.
High Commander
The High Commander oversees all alien operations from the orbiting mothership. His authority is absolute and his decisions shape the fate of both worlds.