Ambush at Cimarron Pass

A practical cavalry sergeant who must keep a diverse group alive through mutiny plots, ambushes, and dwindling supplies. He prioritizes defense and command presence, earning respect through steady decision-making. His decisive nature drives the group toward the fort while balancing compassion and discipline.

A hot-tempered Confederate veteran who resents Northerners and clashes with Blake's authority. He grows wary of the mutiny plot but is eventually redirected toward fighting the Apache threat. His arc moves from reckless defiance to cautious aggression against a common enemy.

A young ranch survivor who becomes a focal point of the group, carrying emotional weight amid violence. She endures a dangerous capture by Apache raiders and forms a wary bond with Blake and Keith. Her presence intensifies the stakes of survival and hope.

A ruthless negotiator who tries to sell rifles to the Apache, manipulating Stanfield to further his own greed. His duplicity triggers a fatal chain of betrayals, ending with his murder by the Apache. His scheme encapsulates the dangers of mercenary interests in war-time conflicts.

A survivor who schemes to depose Blake and trade rifles for horses, showing a willingness to exploit the group for personal gain. His machinations are unravelled as Corbin turns on him, highlighting the fragility of authority in a crisis. He meets a fatal end at the hands of Corbin.

A capable scout who steps into the role after Henry’s death, practical and steady under pressure. He keeps watch for Apache movements and helps maintain the group’s momentum. His reliability anchors the surviving party as losses accumulate.

Blake’s Indian scout who is killed during an ambush, marking a turning point in the journey. His death underscores the cost of frontier warfare and adds urgency to the group's push toward safety.

One of the privates in Blake’s group; participates in the march and battles, representing the common soldier’s experience. He endures the same hardships and threats as the others.

Another private in the unit; shares in the peril and perseverance of the march toward the fort. His role reflects the texture of a Confederate company grappling with defeat and survival.