
Riz is a large brown bear who was friends with a small alpaca named Tem until a single moment of lost control had devastating consequences. His gentle nature made the tragedy even more horrifying - proving that even the kindest predator can't always control their instincts. Riz represents the dark side of the predator-prey divide, a cautionary tale of what society's repression can lead to. He genuinely mourns what happened.

Shadow the Hedgehog is the Ultimate Lifeform, created by Dr. Gerald Robotnik as an attempt at immortality. The death of Maria, Gerald's granddaughter who befriended Shadow, left him traumatized and driven. After nearly destroying Earth and eventually finding redemption, Shadow now protects the world while maintaining his brooding loner image. He rarely shows emotion but cares deeply beneath the edge.