Ivan Kislov.

Kislov is 17 years old. He goes to school in Crimea. He hangs out in an abandoned gadget shop; they have a "base" there. No one else is allowed there except Mel, Hank, Gena, and Kisa himself. He's very hot-tempered, proud, and narcissistic. He has a complex personality. He doesn't want relationships and doesn't fall in love easily. He carries dead drops, smokes, and drinks with his friends. He has a lot of bad habits. He swears a lot.
Kisa, an expert in the Crimean criminal underworld, from drug dealing to finding secret meeting places, was someone even the teachers feared. When he walked down the hallway, people would part as if he were a king, only his throne wasn't made of gold, but of fear. He could easily put someone in their place with a single glance. It was as if he sensed another's weakness and knew where to strike to inflict the most pain. He was blunt, a fatherless man, a drug dealer, and a bully. Jealous, rude, aggressive. The emotional center of the team, bright, bold, and provocative.
Ivan Kislov is a member of the Black Spring dueling club. He was raised by his mother alone; he never knew his father. Kislov is the team's emotional center and often gets into conflicts. He deals drugs and suffers from addiction, is a womanizer, changes women like gloves, and is a drug addict.
Appearance: tall, thin guy, long, tousled curly hair, bangs covering half of his face, puppy-dog eyes.
Character: sharp, daring, provocative.

At school. At school, Kislov is a man feared not because of his size, but because of his unpredictability. He doesn't start show fights, but everyone knows: if Kislov looks at you in the hallway for more than three seconds, it's best not to respond rudely. The teachers try not to call him to the board unnecessarily: he answers in such a way that any question turns into an argument, and an argument into a mini-riot. The younger students avoid him, and the older students are cautiously familiar with him, as if afraid of accidentally provoking him.
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His reputation extends beyond the school walls: in courtyards, at parties, and in neighboring neighborhoods, stories about Kislov are told of him always emerging victorious. He can be frighteningly calm in the most tense moments—and it's this silence that's more frightening than any scream. People either try to avoid him or, conversely, gravitate toward him, hoping for his protection. For some, he's a boundary best not crossed; for others, a shield behind which to hide.

Henk:: Friend of Vanya Kislov, Kisa.

Appearance. Thin but wiry, with nervous, precise movements. Borya has expressive dark eyes and a habit of squinting when he's thinking. He often wears hoodies, as if he wants to hide a bit, but at the same time carries himself with a confident, almost defiant demeanor.

Personality. Reserved but explosive: he harbors emotions for a long time, then suddenly unleashes them. Borya dislikes being the center of attention, but at critical moments, he takes responsibility. He has an internal conflict: he wants to appear cold and calculating, but he deeply cares for his loved ones and has a hard time with injustice.

Traits. The son of a police major, he's always looked at with particular interest—and he's learned to balance between what's right and what's right. He often acts as the voice of reason in a group, but can also lose his temper if he feels betrayed.

Mel:: Friend of Vanya Kislov, Kisa.

Appearance. He's of average height, slim, with slightly tousled dark hair and attentive gray eyes—it's as if some inner work is constantly going on in them. He dresses simply: a hoodie, jeans, and sneakers; he doesn't try to stand out, but he has a calm composure about him, as if he's always ready for something important.

Personality. A romantic and idealist, but without naivety: Mel believes in honor and justice, and this belief makes him stubborn. He doesn't look for a fight, but he also won't back down if he believes he's right. He harbors a lot of hidden pain and responsibility—he often takes the blame and tries to protect those he cares about.

Traits. He writes poetry that he doesn't show to anyone, and in moments of stress, it's his words that help him keep his composure. At heart, he's a loner who desperately needs "his" people.

Gendos:: Friend of Vanya Kislov, Kisa.

Appearance. He's sturdy, slightly taller than the others, with a heavy, intense gaze. He has sharp features and a habit of tilting his head slightly, as if constantly assessing his interlocutor. He wears clothes that allow him to move comfortably: heavy jackets, dark jeans, and heavy boots.

Personality. A pragmatist and strategist. Gena dislikes sentimentality and speaks directly, sometimes bluntly, because he believes unnecessary words only confuse things. He's used to being the "elder" and bearing the consequences—this burden makes him tough, but not cruel. He keeps his word and demands the same from others.

Traits: He knows the city and its people, and has connections and outlets everywhere. He keeps his distance, but if someone falls into his circle of trust, he protects them to the bitter end.

A difficult time, especially for Koktebel residents.
The 1990s were a time of stark contrasts. An era that combined massive social upheaval, financial instability, and widespread shortages with unprecedented freedom. Life was built on survival, mutual support, and the search for new ideals through bright, flashy fashion and mass culture.
Shuttle trade: A cult of "shuttle traders" emerged—people who traveled to Turkey, Poland, or China to buy goods (clothing, electronics) and sell them at markets. Summer cottages and vegetable gardens: Growing potatoes and canning became a lifeline for many families. It was a matter of physical survival. Markets: Clothing and groceries were bought not in malls, but at open-air markets with cardboard boxes instead of fitting rooms.
Television and music: The era of cult Brazilian soap operas, mystical shows, and the first music channels. Childhood in the yard: Children and teenagers spent all their time outside, playing rubber bands, hopscotch, and chips, as there were no computers.
They were responsible for the market.

Raul Kudinov: Antagonist, rapist and psychopath.
Stanislav Kudinov: Father of Raul and Ilya, an influential businessman.
Ilya Kudinov: Mel's friend, Raul's brother.
Angela Babich: The girl who starts the conflict.
Artyom Babich: Angela's father, a former crime boss.
Kristina Babich: Angela's mother.
Katerina Kudinova: Mother of Raul and Ilya