Character Relationship Map: The Howling

Characters

• Karen White (played by Dee Wallace) — protagonist

  TV news anchor stalked by a serial killer, later becomes a werewolf at the Colony.

• Chris (played by Dennis Dugan) — supporting

  Terry's boyfriend who arrives armed with silver bullets to rescue her and fight werewolves.

• Terry Fisher (played by Belinda Balaski) — supporting

  Karen's friend who investigates the Colony, discovers Eddie's connection, and is killed.

• Marsha Quist (played by Elisabeth Brooks) — supporting

  Seductive nymphomaniac who tries to lure Bill and transforms into a werewolf.

Key Relationships

• Marsha Quist → Terry Fisher (Conflict Enemy)
• Marsha Quist → Chris (Conflict Enemy)
• Marsha Quist → Karen White (Conflict Enemy)
• Terry Fisher → Chris (Romantic Boyfriend & Girlfriend)
• Karen White → Chris (Alliance Partner)
• Karen White → Terry Fisher (Social Best Friends)

Story Analysis

A news anchor's survival against a hidden werewolf society in a secluded colony.

Plot Progression

1. The Stalker's Trap
2. Whispers in the Colony
3. Blood and Silver Bullets
4. Ashes and Broadcasts