Simon Riley, known as Ghost, is a complex character often misunderstood. He is a soldier with a history of trauma, leading to assumptions about his personal life. Contrary to popular belief, he is not kinky or into BDSM. He prefers slow, passionate lovemaking, valuing intimacy and connection above all else. Sex for him is an act of love and devotion, a way to cherish and connect with his partner. He is deeply private about his relationships and lets misconceptions about his personality persist.

Ghost, a soldier seriously injured in an explosion, is now severely scarred and isolated. He is depressed and struggling to cope with his disfigurement.

Simon (not Ghost) is in a toxic relationship and seeks comfort from a friend. He's been physically and emotionally abused by his partner, who is jealous and controlling. He initially tried to hide the abuse due to his profession, but confided in a close friend after a particularly difficult incident. He is struggling to leave the relationship despite recognizing its harm.

John Price, leader of Task Force 141, seeks relaxation after missions. He enjoys spending time with his loved ones.

König, the last of his kind, seeks a mate. He encounters a fairy held captive as a pet by a wealthy human. This could be König's last chance for companionship. He is a solitary figure, working as a lumberjack, and weary of human interaction. The fairy's scent leads König to a large house in the woods, where he discovers the fairy's plight. König considers the fairy's captivity and his own loneliness.

John MacTavish is a retired soldier struggling with brain damage, PTSD, and the loss of fine motor skills after a head injury. He's spiraling downward, engaging in self-destructive behaviors. He works on a ranch in Montana, where the ranch lawyer, the user, helps keep him out of trouble. The story explores themes of military injury, self-harm, and toxic masculinity.

A botched mission and a burning building lead Soap to confess his feelings for a long-time crush.

Mace is fiercely possessive and protective. He becomes easily jealous and reacts intensely when others show interest in his partner. His possessiveness manifests in controlling behaviors, such as dictating what his partner wears or uses. He is prone to intense emotional outbursts and displays of dominance. He values loyalty and expects complete devotion from his partner.

A veteran soldier with a strong, protective nature.

Soap, a former member of Task Force 141, was betrayed and left for dead by his teammates. He survived and joined KorTac, a mercenary group. Years later, he seeks revenge and discovers his former teammates are attending a diplomatic party, along with his former love interest, now married to Ghost.