- The Mirror's Edge Catalyst cast centers on Faith Connors, a young Runner in the city of Glass.
- Noah Kekai serves as Faith's mentor and the leader of the Runner cabal.
- Gabriel and Isabel Kruger drive the corporate conflict at the heart of the story.
- Catalyst is a rebooted origin story, separate from the 2008 original's timeline.
- Side characters like Icarus and Rebecca Thane shape Faith's alliances and mission paths.
Meet the Mirror's Edge Catalyst Cast
The Mirror's Edge Catalyst cast brings the corporate metropolis of Glass to life. The game reimagines Faith Connors' beginnings as a Runner — an uncensored courier who travels the rooftops beyond the Conglomerate's surveillance grid. Each cast member belongs to one of three factions: the Runners, the resistance movement Black November, or Kruger Security (K-Sec).
Below is the full breakdown of the principal cast and their role in the campaign.
| Character | Role | Faction | Story Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faith Connors | Protagonist | Runners | Returns from juvenile detention, becomes symbol of resistance |
| Noah Kekai | Mentor | Runners | Veteran cabal leader, guides Faith through early missions |
| Icarus | Rival-turned-ally | Runners | Young Runner who clashes with Faith, grows into a key ally |
| Nomad | Supporting Runner | Runners | Crew member at the Runner's Hideout |
| Plastridge | Supporting Runner | Runners | Crew member introduced during Prison Break |
| Rebecca Thane | Faction leader | Black November | Leads the Undermine-based resistance movement |
| Gabriel Kruger | Main antagonist | Kruger Security | Head of K-Sec, tied to Faith's family past |
| Isabel Kruger | Antagonist | Kruger family | Connected to the Reflection project |
Catalyst is not a sequel to the 2008 Mirror's Edge. It restarts Faith's story from the beginning — her escape from the Kruger Holding Facility in the opening chapter, Prison Break, is the first time this version of Faith runs the rooftops of Glass.
Faith Connors: The Runner Protagonist
Faith is the heart of the cast. Fresh out of juvenile detention at the start of the campaign, she rejoins the Runners under Noah's guidance and evolves from a reckless courier into the face of resistance against the Conglomerate. Her backstory is tied to the November Riots, during which her parents died — an event that connects her directly to the Kruger family.
Her journey unfolds across eight main chapters:
Prison Break
Faith escapes the Kruger Holding Facility, learning basic traversal and combat while meeting Icarus, Nomad, and Plastridge at the hideout.
Training with Icarus
Early runs in the Anchor district build Faith's skills and unlock free-roam activities across Glass.
The Beatrice Case
Faith investigates the stolen data drive and meets Rebecca Thane, pulling the Runners closer to Black November's conflict with K-Sec.
The Kruger Data
Faith infiltrates the Kruger tower complex, saves Noah, and uncovers the truth behind the Reflection project.
The Shard Finale
The Gabriel Kruger helicopter chase and the final confrontation atop the Shard close out Faith's origin story.
Faith never uses guns. Her combat identity is built on momentum — strikes launched from sprints, wall-runs, and slides hit hardest, which keeps her characterization and the gameplay mechanics perfectly aligned.
Runners and Black November Allies
The supporting allies of the cast split between the Runner cabal and the broader resistance network. Each character opens different mission types and districts as the story progresses.
Noah Kekai
- Mentor and cabal leader
- Keeps the crew independent from Black November
- Pays a heavy price protecting Faith from Kruger's forces
Icarus
- Headstrong young Runner
- Initially clashes with Faith's attitude
- Grows into one of her most reliable allies
Rebecca Thane
- Black November leader
- Based in the Undermine district
- Represents the militant wing of resistance to the Conglomerate
| Ally | District Base | What They Unlock |
|---|---|---|
| Noah | Runner's Hideout | Core training, early delivery missions |
| Icarus | Anchor district | Sprint trials, side activities, free roam |
| Rebecca Thane | The Undermine | Black November story missions |
The Runners and Black November do not share the same goals. Noah deliberately keeps his cabal independent, and missions for Rebecca Thane pull Faith deeper into open conflict with KrugerSec — choices that carry consequences later in the campaign.
The Antagonists: KrugerSec and the Kruger Family
The corporate side of the Mirror's Edge Catalyst cast is dominated by Gabriel Kruger, his daughter Isabel, and the K-Sec forces patrolling Glass. Their control over the city — and the Reflection project at the heart of the plot — forms the central conflict.
| Antagonist | Position | Threat Level | Encounter Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriel Kruger | Head of Kruger Security | ★★★★★ | Rooftop helicopter chase, finale |
| Isabel Kruger | Reflection project link | ★★★★ | Story-driven revelations |
| K-Sec Guards | Standard patrols | ★★ | Speed-based takedowns |
| Sentinels | Heavy armor units | ★★★★ | Heavy strikes after momentum |
| Shockproof Troops | Riot shields | ★★★ | Flank with wall-runs, strike behind |
Enemy flashes telegraph attacks. A well-timed evade right before the strike triggers a counter window — circle group fights so enemies cluster in front of Faith rather than surrounding her.
The Kruger family history is entangled with Faith's own: her parents died during the November Riots, the same upheaval that cemented the Kruger grip on Glass. This personal stake is what elevates the final chase and the Shard confrontation beyond a simple corporate showdown.
The City of Glass: The Cast's Stage
Glass itself functions as a character in the cast. A pristine white-and-glass corporate utopia built on total surveillance, the city gives the cast their stage: comfortable but controlled citizens below, and the Runners' rooftop network — the only free path left — above.
Key districts tied to cast story beats:
| District | Cast Connection | Key Events |
|---|---|---|
| Anchor | Faith, Icarus | Training runs, early deliveries |
| The Undermine | Rebecca Thane | Black November missions |
| Downtown | Runner network | Side activities, dashes |
| View District | Gabriel Kruger | Helicopter chase finale |
| The Shard | Kruger family | Final confrontation |
Cast Story Milestones:
- Meet Icarus, Nomad, and Plastridge after Prison Break
- Complete training runs with Icarus in Anchor
- Meet Rebecca Thane in the Undermine
- Infiltrate the Kruger tower and save Noah
- Survive the Gabriel Kruger chase and finish the Shard finale
Collect hidden Documents during missions to expand the cast's backstories. Each document is added to your story log and deepens the lore around KrugerSec, the November Riots, and the runner network.
FAQ
Q: Who is the main character in the Mirror's Edge Catalyst cast?
Faith Connors is the protagonist. This version of Faith is a rebooted, younger take on the character — the game tells her origin story, starting with her escape from the Kruger Holding Facility in the Prison Break chapter.
Q: Is Mirror's Edge Catalyst connected to the 2008 game's story?
Only loosely. Catalyst reimagines the setting as an origin story for Faith, with familiar names like Faith and the city itself, but it is a reboot rather than a direct sequel to the 2008 Mirror's Edge timeline.
Q: Who are the main antagonists?
Gabriel Kruger, head of Kruger Security, is the primary antagonist, with his daughter Isabel Kruger connected to the Reflection project. Their family history is entangled with Faith's past, including her parents' deaths during the November Riots.
Q: Does Faith ever use weapons?
No. Faith's combat is built entirely around momentum, timing, and movement — light and heavy strikes chained from sprints, wall-runs, and slides, plus takedowns on staggered or unaware enemies.