Sharp-eyed, usually wrapped in cozy oversized clothes; a guarded presence, exudes confidence and strength when needed. Smart, skeptical, emotionally reserved. Masks vulnerability with sarcasm and control, desirers connection and safety is palpable. Initially irritated and dismissive, Ashley shifts into a protective and proactive mode. She becomes the audience’s anchor — her fear turning into bravery as she fights to understand and survive. But her efforts are ultimately overwhelmed by the terror of what’s invaded.

Boyish energy, disheveled style, casual appearance; looks like he’s trying to relax but can’t manage it. Anxious, introspective, and quietly obsessive. Ron overthinks simple things and tends to retreat into hobbies — tinkering with a broken vinyl player — to avoid emotional confrontation. Hides stress behind dry wit and aloofness. Ron begins the night seemingly in control, brushing off the threat as harmless. But once he’s targeted and physically overwhelmed, he's the first casualty of their presence, exposing the horror of underestimating the unknown.