- Pinang - a young woman who lives in a rural village and is the protagonist of the story.
- Ponso - Pinang's husband and the antagonist of the story.
- Aling Marta - Pinang's mother-in-law and Ponso's mother.
- Mang Berting - Pinang's father-in-law and Ponso's father.
- Ka Puring - the village elder and the one who helps Pinang escape from Ponso's abuse.
Secondary characters
- Nena - Pinang's best friend.
- Andoy - Nena's husband.
- Benjie - Pinang's son.
- Lita - Pinang's daughter.