Ranking the 8 Most Mysterious Characters in Severance

Overview of the Most Mysterious Characters in Severance Season 2

Key figures like Lorne and Reghabi enrich the narrative of Severance with their enigmatic roles.
Natalie Kalen’s unsettling traits and Mr. Drummond’s powerful influence heighten the suspense surrounding Lumon.
Kier Eagan’s almost divine status complicates Mark’s quest for the truth.

Since its debut in early 2025, Severance Season 2 has captivated audiences, successfully meeting the high expectations of its expanding fanbase. As the mysteries surrounding Lumon deepen, Mark and the MDR team’s exploration of their employer has only compounded their confusion about their work and the organization itself, increasing the tension in the storyline.

Throughout Severance, numerous characters have emerged as pivotal to the plot, assisting Mark in his search for answers. Nevertheless, several other individuals within this science fiction series operate with concealed agendas, revealing little about their true intentions while remaining under the watchful eyes of Kier Eagan and Lumon.

Attention: Spoilers Ahead!

8. Lorne

The Aggressive Leader of the Mammalians Nurturable Department

Gwendoline Christie as Lorne in Severance

Lorne portrayed by Gwendoline Christie with Mark and Helly

First Appearance	Season 2, Episode 3
Played By	Gwendoline Christie

The spotlight in Season 2 shifts from MDR to the Mammalians Nurturable Department, headed by the enigmatic and aggressive Lorne. Responsible for overseeing a team managing goats, Lorne’s evident hostility toward Mark and Helly during their visit suggests underlying tensions fueled by external influences at Lumon. Her bizarre demeanor and peculiar responsibilities leave both Mark and the audience in a state of perplexity.

7. Natalie Kalen

The Eerie Lumon Executive

First Appearance	Season 1, Episode 3
Played By	Sydney Cole Alexander

Natalie Kalen, a prominent executive at Lumon, serves as a voice for the company’s enigmatic operations. Her overly cheerful demeanor creates an unsettling atmosphere, particularly in her interactions with Mr. Milchick when she presents him with a collection of paintings. Alongside Mr. Drummond and Helena Eagan, Natalie’s true role and contributions to Lumon remain shrouded in mystery.

6. Mr. Drummond

The Intimidating Lumon Executive

First Appearance	Season 2, Episode 2
Played By	Darri Olafsson

Mr. Drummond, introduced in Season 2, is an intelligent and commanding presence at Lumon. Working closely with Natalie and Helena, his role is currently obscured, although he appears to wield significant authority in light of MDR’s recent transgressions. Drummond’s clandestine observation of Mark and Devon at a diner raises further questions about Mark’s performance and the overarching intentions of Lumon’s leadership.

5. Origin of Reghabi

The Informative Ex-Lumon Employee

First Appearance	Season 1, Episode 6
Played By	Karen Aldridge

Asal Reghabi is one of the series’ most cryptic figures, initially introduced as a former Lumon employee with a vested interest in assisting Mark on his quest for clarity, particularly concerning the whereabouts of his wife, Gemma Scout. She made a dramatic entrance in Season 1, revealing her involvement in the process that altered Mark’s memories. While attempting to protect Mark from Lumon, her controversial methods raise numerous questions about her authenticity and the risk of Lumon’s interference.

4. Harmony Cobel

The Determined Ex-Floor Manager

First Appearance	Season 1, Episode 1
Played By	Patricia Arquette

Initially serving as the series’ primary antagonist, Harmony Cobel wields considerable influence over key events. Her dual identity as both Mark’s neighbor, Mrs. Selvig, and his boss complicates the narrative, prompting speculation from Mark, Devon, and even Lumon’s higher-ups about her true motives. Her obsessive fixation on Mark’s success with Cold Harbor raises suspicions about her loyalty to Lumon’s greater objectives.

3. Gemma Scout/Ms. Casey

The Resurrected Wife Turned Wellness Director

First Appearance	Season 1, Episode 2
Played By	Dichen Lachman

Season 2 pivots heavily on the narrative surrounding Ms. Casey, who is revealed to be Mark’s long-lost wife, Gemma. Previously thought to have died in a tragic accident, she now holds the position of Wellness Director on the severed floor. With no memories of her past life, Gemma’s existence begs the question of her connection to Mark’s work at Cold Harbor. The ongoing investigations suggest her presence at Lumon is crucial to understanding both her return and the unethical practices of the company.

2. Jame Eagan

The Elusive CEO of Lumon

First Appearance	Season 1, Episode 3
Played By	Michael Siberry

Though only appearing in a handful of scenes, Jame Eagan emanates an air of enigma as Lumon’s CEO. His rare exchanges showcase a powerful vision for Lumon, particularly through Helly’s encounter with him after her escape. As Mark delves deeper into Cold Harbor, the timing of Jame’s sporadic appearances suggests potential pivotal connections to the company’s strategic goals, which only a select few insiders seem aware of.

1. Kier Eagan

The Founding Figure of Lumon

Kier Eagan's head designed into the Lumon wall

First Appearance	Season 1, Episode 1
Played By	Marc Geller

Kier Eagan, the revered founder of Lumon, casts a long shadow over the entire series. Regarded almost as a deity, his life and legacy are central to the company’s lore. Throughout his near-century lifespan, Kier masterminded Lumon’s ascent, with employees like Helena and Cobel reverencing his contributions as revolutionary. Recent narratives, such as Kier’s history with his brother Dieter, add intrigue, compelling the MDR to seek greater insights into his influence and operations, which continue to shape Lumon’s present and future.

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