Posse

Leader of the 10th Cavalry, Jesse is a principled, skilled marksman who rises to confront both external enemies and the demons of his past. He refuses to kill a White prisoner to allow retreat, exposing his strict personal code. As the posse travels from Cuba to Freemanville, he navigates violence, betrayal, and the burden of leadership.

A corrupt and racist colonel who uses violence and deception to maintain control. He orchestrates the prisoner exchange and survives the Cuba clash to pursue the posse, colluding with Bates to seize land. His defeat comes in the climactic showdown against Jesse in Cutterstown and the saloon fire.

A loyal member of the 10th Cavalry whose streetwise grit helps keep the group together. He fights alongside Jesse but is killed in the Cuba firefight, marking a brutal reminder of the cost of their struggle.

A White prisoner-turned ally who travels with the posse; he helps carry out the plan to survive and reach safety. He is ultimately beaten to death by Bates during the Freemanville conflict, symbolizing the price paid for resistance.

Jesse's good friend turned opportunist, now sheriff of Freemanville. He schemes to flee with land deeds and plays Bates against the townspeople. He is ultimately betrayed and killed by Bates when his deal collapses.

A gambler who allies with Little J and helps the crew dodge pursuit. He sacrifices himself in the Cutterstown sequence when Carver turns on the group, ultimately killed by Carver.

An aide to Colonel Graham who triggers distractions that aid the posse. She endures beating by a deputy in the Freemanville siege and remains a witness to the conflict.

A steadfast member of the posse who is captured with Papa Joe and later freed. He stands with Jesse and fights to protect Freemanville during the escalating violence.

Daughter of King David and a focal point amid the power struggle. She survives the siege of Freemanville and becomes a catalyst for the group's final actions.

Mentor and father figure to Jesse, he serves as a stabilizing influence and helps rally the group during the Cutterstown confrontation. He shares a deep history with Jesse and plays a pivotal protective role.