Scream and Scream Again

A senior government officer whose outward politeness masks ruthless pragmatism. He wields influence behind closed doors and is revealed to be a composite, illustrating how power can corrupt moral boundaries. He is calculating, enigmatic, and instrumental in steering the plot toward a broader conspiracy.

A cold, brilliant scientist orchestrating the creation of composite beings. He treats human life as a raw material for experimentation and ideologically embodies the dangers of unrestrained scientific hubris. His laboratory is the site of dangerous, pathogen-clearing experiments that fuel the plot.

A ruthless intelligence operative from an unidentified Eastern European state who tortures and kills his superiors and rivals. He embodies international intrigue and chaos, acting with brutal efficiency to advance the broader scheme.

A top military official who reprimands Konratz for his methods and becomes entangled in the escalating conspiracy. His authority is challenged as the plot unfolds.

A forensic pathologist who links the disparate strands of the case. He relentlessly pursues the truth, driven by scientific curiosity and a sense of justice, even when warned by authorities.

A violent killer accused of vampiric traits, using brute force and supernatural-like strength. His actions drive the chase and his existence raises questions about the origin of his powers.

A young woman who becomes a victim, emblematic of the human toll of the killer and the wider plot. Her fate intensifies the police pursuit and moral urgency.

A figure connected to Konratz’s interrogation and the regime’s brutality. She embodies the cruelty of state power and its use of torture in service of information.

A military intelligence officer who collaborates with Konratz and becomes a casualty in the shifting power balance. His role highlights the international reach of the conspiracy.