A former aristocrat and ex-military pilot living in the Golter system, a civilisation isolated from the rest of the galaxy. Sharrow is being hunted by the Huhsz, a fanatical religious cult that has been granted a legal warrant for her death, forcing her to search for the Lazy Gun – an ancient and impossibly powerful weapon – as her only bargaining chip for survival.

Sharrow's former lover and a member of her old military team. Loyal, reckless, and still carrying a torch for Sharrow despite the years and complications between them.

Sharrow's cousin and another member of her old team. Quiet, dependable, and the group's steadiest presence – a man of few words and considerable capability.

Dloan's sister and Sharrow's closest friend. Tall, striking, and sharp-tongued, Zefla is a lawyer by training and the team's voice of reason, though she's as willing to break the law as argue it.

The most abrasive member of Sharrow's old team. A brilliant but difficult man whose academic expertise and contacts make him invaluable, even if nobody particularly enjoys his company.