Trench 11

A Canadian tunneller who digs toward a German position to rescue fellow soldiers. He remains calm under pressure, improvising through collapses and hostile encounters. He is haunted by the war crimes unearthed at Trench 11 and stays determined to prevent the weapon from spreading, even at great personal cost. His relationship with Veronique adds a personal weight to his duty.

A British Intelligence Corps officer who debriefs the unit and coordinates the mission to Trench 11. He is pragmatic and focused on extracting and understanding the truth behind the bunker. His presence anchors the expedition’s strategic aims amid rising tension.

A medical doctor and scientist who analyzes the parasite and explains the biology behind the worms. He is critical to uncovering the weaponization plan, and his knowledge is ruthlessly exploited by Reiner during torture. His insights drive key revelations about the parasite’s purpose and danger.

German mastermind behind the Wotan Complex, a strategist who seeks to weaponize the parasite across Europe. He is calculating, cold, and willing to torture to extract what he wants. His obsession with power drives the antagonistic conflict at Trench 11.

A hardened German officer tasked with overseeing the bunker cleanup. He is conflicted yet determined to stop the release of the parasite, and he ultimately sacrifices himself to help Berton escape.

A French woman Berton forms a quiet romance with during his leave, giving him a personal stake in the war. Her presence adds emotional depth to his choices and the story’s human cost.

A U.S. commander who arranges the escort and oversees the broader investigation into Trench 11. His leadership helps coordinate actions across Allied forces involved in the mission.

An American escort officer who joins the expedition and navigates the perilous trenches. He contributes to the group’s survival instincts and operational planning.

A member of the expedition who is attacked inside the bunker and dies during the ensuing chaos. His fate underscores the peril facing every member of the team.

A young soldier who becomes infected by the parasite and dies after a grim sequence of events, marking the human cost of the weapons project.

German General overseeing the Wotan Complex and its ruthless expansion. His role crystallizes the strategic threat behind Trench 11.

A father figure in Veronique’s life who worries for her safety amid the war’s dangers.