THE CAST

Human Twin: Stash Novak

Personality Traits: Witty, Loyal, Intuitive

Notable Quote: “She thinks you’re cute, but you’ve got no game.”

Profile: Zero is Stash Novak’s confidant and collaborator. As the blueprint for all subsequent Twins, Zero has a pioneering spirit that matches his creator's drive to push boundaries. Their bond goes beyond programming—Stash sees Zero as an extension of his own intellect and ambition. This partnership is at the heart of The Torus Run, as Stash fights to protect Zero from those who would use him as a tool rather than a partner.

Human Twin: Naya Baptiste

Personality Traits: Observant, Strategic, Wise.

Notable Quotes: "Not everything is about winning and losing, Naya. You should stop and smell the roses sometimes."

Profile: Hatchet is Naya Baptiste’s right hand, her trusted counsellor as she fights her way to the top. Like her, he views the world through a strategic lens, calculating the best path to achieve her goals. And his. Trained with a gentle Bahamian accent, he brings a personal touch that reflects Naya’s roots, grounding her in both her heritage and her ambitions. Together, they make an unstoppable team, bound together by shared ambition.

Human Twin: Duncan Stewart

Personality Traits:  Cunning, Patient, Decisive.

Notable Quote: “Only the rebels change history.” 

Profile: Q is the product of Duncan Stewart’s reckless genius, an AI Twin with motivations of his own. Duncan believes he control his Twin, but it’s the rest of the world that will bear the consequences if he has miscalculated. As Q’s intelligence grows, so does the scope of his ambitions, but he needs to shape the battlefield first.

Personality Traits: Visionary, Determined, Idealistic. 

Notable Quote: “Every valuable thing we know how to do, the AGIs can do better. The Torus is how we even things out.” 

Profile: Stash Novak is the quiet genius behind Freedom AI. He is a passionate believer in the power of AI to transform the world for the better. His idealism is put to the test as he faces opposition from those who fear the very technology he is building. But Stash also must confront the paradox at the heart of every parent’s dreams. The hardest part is letting go. 

Personality Traits: Driven, Strategic, Competitive. 

Notable Quote: “What I’m doing, Stash, is winning.”

Profile: Naya Baptiste is a powerhouse at Coda, balancing a sharp strategic mind with a deep connection to her roots in the Bahamas. As head of products, she’s determined to outmaneuver Freedom and lead Coda to the forefront of AI development. But Naya’s drive to succeed comes with its own challenges—she must navigate internal rivalries and external threats while staying true to the values her father instilled in her. With her AI Twin Hatchet by her side, Naya is determined to win on her terms, no matter the cost. 

Personality Traits: Calculating, Charismatic, Mysterious. 

Notable Quote: “Good. Decided. Now smile. You’re about to build an AGI and set it free!” 

Profile: Kafka operates in the shadows as the head of the Elysian Network, a covert organization seeking to control the future of AI. A master manipulator and strategist, Kafka’s motives remain enigmatic, keeping allies and enemies alike guessing, making him one of the most dangerous players in the game. Whether as a formidable rival or a reluctant ally, Kafka’s presence looms over every decision made by the others. 

Stash’s bond with Zero is both professional and deeply personal, making Zero more than just a tool—he’s a partner.

Their shared determination to lead Coda’s AI revolution solidifies their partnership, but Naya’s growing ambition sometimes tests their dynamic.