Beyond Atlantis

A seasoned boatman with a pragmatic, risk-taking mindset who partners with Logan to locate the pearls. He is charming and decisive, but his ambition can pull him into dangerous situations on the island. His actions are driven by a mix of opportunity and survival instinct as the danger deepens.

A shrewd pier operator who trades in pearls and navigates the harbor’s shady networks. He weighs profit against the risk of entangling with island dangers and power dynamics, making him a volatile player in the quest for the pearls.

A local hustler eager for a big score, riding the wave of the pearl hunt with quick wits and a willingness to bend rules. His opportunism tests loyalties within the group and pushes the expedition toward risk-laden decisions.

A member of the sea-dwelling people who can traverse both land and sea. She exerts a magnetic influence over Vic and uses her position to steer the expedition toward her own aims, blending allure with a calculated use of power.

A scientist who seeks the pearls for their scientific value rather than wealth. She maintains a skeptical, ethical stance, aiming to preserve knowledge even as danger encroaches on the expedition.

The loyal first mate who shares in the crew’s ambitions and endures the pressures of travel and confrontation. He becomes a casualty in the struggle over the pearls, illustrating the perils of loyalty under duress.

A fisherman from the mainland who deals in the pearl economy, often misdealing or double-crossing to secure profit. His scheming adds to the danger and unpredictability of the quest.

Leader of the sea-dwelling people and Syrene’s father, he embodies the protective yet predatory impulse of his culture. His fixation on ensuring his people’ future drives a deadly confrontation with the outsiders.