The Institute
The InstituteStephen King
Characters in The Institute
8 characters, main characters first.Main characters
Luke Ellis
Supporting characters
Tim Jamieson
Former policeman who takes a job as a night knocker in DuPray, South Carolina; his storyline converges with Luke's and he takes part in the climactic confrontation with the Institute's forces.
Kalisha Benson
One of the older children held in Front Half; caring and intuitive, with telepathic ability, she becomes a protective figure among the captives.
Nick Wilholm
A fellow captive with a fierce temper and hatred of the Institute's staff, who befriends Luke and grows close to Kalisha.
George Iles
One of the children imprisoned alongside Luke in Front Half.