Protagonist sent to live with his young father in the inner city. Navigates street life with his cousin Loc Dog, falls in love with Dashiki, becomes a father to her child, survives a drive-by shooting, and ultimately marries Dashiki.
Gang associate who fights alongside Ashtray and supports him later.
Ashtray's eccentric grandmother who influences his daily life.
The woman Ashtray meets and quickly develops feelings for.
Ashtray's older cousin who mentors him in street life.