Blood Music

Main Characters and Their Development

• Vergil Ulam — the protagonist, a scientist working at a biotechnology company. He develops nanotechnology and creates microscopic organisms that can self-replicate and enhance the human body. His experiments spiral out of control, leading to global changes.
• Edward — a colleague and friend of Vergil, who becomes one of the first infected by the nanotechnology. His body and mind begin to change, and he becomes part of the collective consciousness created by the nanomachines.
• Gail — Vergil's ex-girlfriend, who also becomes involved in the events surrounding the nanotechnology. She tries to understand and accept the changes happening to humanity.
• Susan — a colleague of Vergil, initially skeptical of his research, but later becomes one of those trying to stop the spread of the nanotechnology.
• Bernard — the head of the company where Vergil works. He is concerned about the consequences of Vergil's experiments and tries to control the situation, but soon realizes it is impossible.