Manhattan Baby

A nine-year-old girl who receives the amulet and becomes a conduit for its energy, triggering a blue glow and voyages between rooms. Her experiences drive the narrative as the family tries to understand the source and consequences of the amulet's power. She remains central to the escalating supernatural events, though she is ultimately a victim of the curse.

Susie's younger brother who shares the Voyages; he navigates the strange events with a mix of skepticism and courage. He witnesses the shifts between rooms and becomes aware of the family's peril. His protective nature and curiosity propel parts of the investigation.

Mother and journalist who investigates the Egyptian incident and the strange happenings back home. She coordinates with colleagues to understand the amulet's symbolism and tries to protect her children. Her determination grounds the family’s effort to uncover the truth.

An archaeologist who first encounters the amulet's power in Egypt and briefly loses his sight. His recovered vision returns with a description of the tomb's symbol, linking him to the crisis and pulling him into the struggle to protect his family.

Au pair who accompanies the children; she vanishes into a dimensional voyage and eventually dies, signaling the curse's reach. Her disappearance intensifies the family's urgency and fear.

Emily's colleague who is sucked into a portal and dies from dehydration in the desert. His disappearance is initially treated as a prank, underscoring the danger of underestimating the amulet.

Antique dealer who explains the amulet's dark symbolism and hints at its danger. He attempts to shield the family by sharing lore, but the curse ultimately turns on him as he is killed by the reanimated birds in his shop.

Colleague who studies the amulet and its symbols; his research leads to danger as a cobra fatally bites him while he investigates in his office.

Hospital physician who examines Susie and identifies the cobra mark inside her chest. He provides the medical perspective on the unfolding horror.