Cast Of Characters

 This kind and gentle leader is the provider of all emotional and physical healing, he is the extender of grace, and the source of wisdom for all those trying to find their way in a very dark world. 

 You will cheer for this lovable beakon bird who hatches in the dark and twisty Naysay Mole Tunnels. He journeys to the Up World, seeking The King, and embarks on a dangerous mission where he fulfills a life-or-death promise. 

 A bucktooth outcast, Punk adopts Duane, a stranded baby bird, and is the feathered intruder's only friend. When Duane is cast out by bullies, Punk’s grudge incites him to take control and bad decisions follow. 

 The brutal leader of the Dirty Diggers Gang, this mole is grub greedy. He finds he’s not so tough when pushback rocks his world. He is Pursue’s husband and Nasty’s dad. 

 The wife of Boris and mother of Nasty, she is the only maggot dealer in Naysay. Her desire to know The King leads her to break the what-goes-up law, changing her life forever.
 

 Enemy of Duane and Punk, he follows his dad’s lead and becomes the new bullying leader of the Dirty Diggers Gang. His massive ego takes a blow when life takes a turn, and he finds himself unexpectantly at Duane’s mercy. 

 A brave and intelligent yellow canary, Duane meets her in the Harrumph Tunnels on his journey to the Up World. She is at the center of Duane’s mission, as well as his heart. 

 Miss Chinwag is the most beautiful mole in Naysay, of which she is quite aware. She is Quester’s bitter ex-fiance and suffers with a bird allergy. Her popularity takes a dip and so does her confidence as she finds herself needing The King’s help. 

 He is the handsome mole who left Miss Chinwag standing solo at the wedding altar. He goes with Duane on his special mission, making a stop to visit his old heart throb to deliver a gift.
 

 A robin that lives among the oak tree branches in the meadow. Duane and Rusty become brothers when Duane arrives in the Up World.

 This chipmunk loves to please The King and is always quick to do what is asked. His work will help Miss Chinwag in an unexpected way. 

 Asked by The King to create a special gift, he uses his talents to give his utmost. He’s Duane’s new friend in the Up World and a faithful servant of The King.