A member of the Doppler family, one of Winden's four central families whose relationships and dark pasts are revealed through the mystery.
Ben's colleague and friend at a local college. Alerts Ben to a cult mass suicide scene. Has a teenage daughter named Elsa. Frantically tries to contact Ben when Mazzy goes missing and assists law enforcement in locating her. Provides a safe space and information during the search.
BKA officer investigating murders, often entangled in procedural and ethical conflicts.
French historian and ally assisting with European archival research.
Member of Karl's social circle and part of the Hannover hacker underground. Involved in the group's activities and conspiracy discussions.
Frank's father. Provides parental advice that fails to assist the teenagers in their romantic pursuits, highlighting a generational gap.
Peter is a skilled but isolated computer hacker who copies user profiles and credentials, investigates a furniture theft with a Trojan program, and is drawn toward Gerry’s cyberattack plans. Haunted by Julie’s death and suspicious that he is being watched, he forms a tentative, uneasy connection with Paula but struggles to trust her.
BKA investigator handling complex murder cases.
Eccentric adult learner joining the second installment with distinct quirks and humor.
Martin's father is part of the family that moves with Martin to the town. He disagrees with Martin's mother about how much freedom their son should have, and the conflict intensifies after Martin is caught smoking. Martin is grounded for a time, but his father later relents and allows him to go out again.
Stephan Kampwirth has 96 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Lena Fauch Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Sebastian Fitzek's Therapy, Tian - Das Geheimnis der Schmuckstraße, Who Am I. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 5 universes
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