The Maze Runner Characters: Who Is Who in the Glade
The Maze Runner centers on Thomas, a new arrival in the Glade, and the boys he meets there: Newt, Minho, Alby, Chuck and Gally. The only girl is Teresa.
Each has a role in the Glade, from leader to Runner to cook.
| Character | Role in the Glade |
|---|---|
| Thomas | Newcomer who becomes a Runner |
| Teresa | The only girl, arrives the day after Thomas |
| Alby | Leader and the oldest Glader |
| Newt | Alby's second-in-command |
| Minho | Keeper of the Runners |
| Chuck | Thomas's first friend |
| Gally | Keeper and Thomas's main rival |
| Frypan | The head cook |
Who are Thomas and Teresa?
Thomas arrives with no memory except his name. He is curious and brave, and he questions the Glade's rules. As the story goes on, he learns that he has a link to the people who built the Maze.
Teresa arrives the day after him and is the only girl ever sent to the Glade. She can speak to Thomas telepathically, and she triggers the Ending. Her loyalties become a question in the later books.
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Alby is the oldest and most trusted Glader and enforces the Glade's strict laws. Newt, his second-in-command, is kinder and calmer, runs daily work and acts as a mediator. He is a former Runner who now walks with a limp.
Minho leads the Runners. He is sarcastic, quick-tempered and loyal, and he becomes Thomas's trainer and close friend.
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Chuck is one of the youngest boys and Thomas's first friend, and Thomas wants to protect him. Gally defends the Glade's rules and clashes with Thomas. Frypan is the head cook and an early supporter of Thomas.
Ava Paige is the Chancellor of the Maze Trials. She appears only in the epilogue, as the author of the email.
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The Grievers are mechanical-organic creatures that live in the Maze and kill Gladers who are caught out at night. WICKED is the organization behind the Maze Trials, which the later books explore in detail.
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This guide covers James Dashner's books. The film series differs from the books in places.