Stranger on My Land

A war-hardened veteran who returns to Chinook Ranch only to find his family and land threatened by eminent domain. He is fiercely protective, impulsive, and willing to take dangerous actions to defend his home. His experiences in combat influence his responses to the attack, driving the confrontation forward.

Bud’s partner and moral compass in the struggle. She anchors the family under pressure, seeking lawful resolution while supporting Bud’s defense. Her pleas and resolve help to humanize the conflict amid escalating violence.

Bud’s relative who becomes a casualty when Priest’s forces shoot him. His death intensifies the family’s resolve and the community’s fury, underscoring the real human cost. The loss fuels the confrontation and personal stakes in the land dispute.

County surveyor and antagonist who leads the assault to remove the family from the land. He embodies the aggressive approach of bureaucratic power, pushing his terms and escalating violence. His actions culminate in a fatal confrontation with the marshal.

The judge who confirms the eminent domain order, acting as the legal authority that enables the government’s project. His presence ties the courtroom to the battlefield, highlighting the legal framework behind dispossession.

Bud’s ally who arrives to help in the struggle, representing a support network for the family under escalating pressure. His involvement adds an additional layer of risk and resource to the defense.

Gillian, a local figure who participates in the community’s response during the dispute. Her presence intersects with the family’s endurance and the larger social dynamics around the land conflict.

Military officer who represents the government’s project oversight. His presence signals the martial, command-driven environment surrounding the eviction and the execution of the eminent domain order.