Terminal Entry

A teenage Caltech student and self-taught hacker who treats computers as toys. His daydreams fuse with reality when a password-protected game is cracked, turning imagination into dangerous consequences. He is impulsive and eager to prove himself, but the crisis forces him to confront the real stakes.

A disciplined Army officer in charge of counter-terrorism operations during the crisis. He balances professional duty with personal stakes, including the knowledge that his girlfriend Dominique has become a target. He leads the pursuit of the terrorist network while grappling with difficult orders.

A high-ranking military officer who coordinates the response to the terrorist threat. He communicates with General Stewart and marshals resources to counter attacks that unfold from a computer game turned real.

A television reporter and the love interest of Captain Jackson. She frames the crisis for the public and becomes entwined in the military operation as the threat escalates.

One of the Caltech students who participates in the do-it-yourself cyber game. He helps monitor the network and experiences the consequences when the game’s commands begin affecting real-world events.

A terrorist character who is used as a unit to infiltrate the network; He interacts with the terrorist commander and becomes part of the plan.

The network commander who orchestrates the coordinated attacks from a distant command post. He watches a news broadcast and issues orders, driving the plot’s escalation.

A friend of Chris invited to the weekend retreat who helps drive the group forward. She contributes to the moments of breakthrough and tension during the game’s escalation.

Another member of the Caltech group who participates in the retreat and helps with early attempts to access Terminal Entry.

A terrorist figure among the group; he contributes to the threat and is part of the plan.

A personification inside Bob’s mind who guides him and pushes him to enter his initials into the computer, effectively making him the winner.