The childhood of a Core officer isn't an easy one. Reece said as much to Willow, but what he failed to mention are the numerous side effects that result from gene therapy. Unnaturally light blue eyes and the inability to lie only scratch the surface. A darker, more lurid potential lurks beneath the psyche of anyone who undergoes genetic enhancement. Mimic hints at this frightening potential, leaving Willow to wonder if Kristoffe is commander, man . . . or something much, much worse.

Gambit is secretive about Duncan's tormented past. He's portrayed as an open, honest security guard whose primary role is looking out for Willow's safety. Mimic draws him a little bit out of the shadows. He's distant, but willing to open up when he sees that she's struggling with the same issues that turned his own life upside down.

Rush's role in Gambit is mostly professional. As Willow's sweeper and part of her security detail, he focuses the majority of his attention on his duties. In Mimic, he becomes more of a protector and friend. He's grown fond of her, and, because of her obvious vulnerability, tries to warn her away from the danger she has a funny way of attracting.

Gambit portrays Asp as a reckless, carefree individual who laughs in the face of danger. Diving headfirst into battle with a wink and a grin (and all the high-tech protective gear currency can buy), he's not overly worried about Willow's enemies. In Mimic, however, he ends up facing an enemy of his own—a particularly nasty one he's been after for years and who's always somehow managed to evade him.

Gambit didn't portray Thess in a positive light. Under the extreme circumstances, he really wasn't able to put his best foot forward. He doesn't seem to have changed much in Mimic, either, as his tendency to behave like his father makes him appear lofty and self-centered.