Laserhawk

A nerdy Wisconsin teen who seizes a moment of fame by faking a UFO video. He wrestles with the consequences of his deception and is drawn into a larger destiny as he discovers his and Cara’s extraterrestrial heritage. His arc moves from self-interest to courageous involvement in saving the planet.

An alien being reincarnated from 250 million years ago who presents himself as calm and wise. He has waited for the invaders’ return to rescue Earth and becomes a guide to Zach and Cara. His presence reframes the conflict as a salvific mission rather than mere conflict.

A goth girl and avid comic book fan who points Zach toward the truth behind the alien designs. She recognizes the uncanny resemblance between the UFOs and her favorite comics, hinting at their shared extraterrestrial origins. Cara's curiosity and loyalty help drive the duo toward embracing their destiny.

A cartoonist whose work inspired the alien designs and whose past in a mental hospital ties into the origins of the cosmic threat. Ultra serves as a bridge between the town’s pop-culture world and the real alien history they uncover. His backstory reveals how imagination can intersect with real extraterrestrial lore.

A United States Air Force colonel tasked with investigating Zach’s supposed UFO sighting. He embodies the official response to unexplained phenomena, balancing skepticism with the possibility of a genuine threat. His presence adds a governmental pressure element to the town’s alien encounter.

A local military or aviation figure connected to Teagarden, contributing to the procedural and protective response to the alien sightings. He represents the organized, practical side of how communities confront extraordinary events.