Orion’s Belt

A pragmatic seaman on the Sandy Hook who leads risky voyages and becomes entangled in an insurance fraud plot. He improvises under pressure, navigating storms, hostile encounters, and a long trek back to civilization. His drive to survive collides with the political games surrounding them, culminating in a fate that tests his resolve.

The schemer behind the bulldozer plan, eager to profit but risking everything for a gamble that spirals out of control. He is bold, opportunistic, and capable of bold moves, yet his decisions carry dangerous consequences. His fate underscores the volatility of trust under pressure.

Tom's girlfriend who is connected to the ship's social world in Longyearbyen. Her presence highlights personal stakes amid geopolitical tension, and she becomes a focal point around which relationships and loyalties pivot. She symbolizes the human costs of the crew's choices.

The port authority figure who keeps a wary eye on the Sandy Hook, representing official oversight and suspicion. He embodies the friction between individual crime and state scrutiny, foreshadowing the interrogation and political fallout to come.

The third crew member who participates in the plotting, adding tension with his actions and reactions. His decisions contribute to the escalating danger and the eventual collapse of their plan. He is a foil to Tom's persistence and Lars's boldness.

A crew or official figure who represents the administrative or investigative side of the Arctic affair. His role, while secondary, anchors the procedural aspect of the plot and the ensuing conflict.

A military figure connected to the broader Cold War stakes surrounding the incident. His presence underscores the intersection of military power and civilian life in the Arctic crisis.

A supporting character who interacts with the crew in the harsh Arctic environment. Her role adds texture to life in Longyearbyen and the community around the Sandy Hook’s world.