Deuteragonist

A Deuteragonist is considered as the second most important character in a story. They usually share a strong bond with the protagonist, normally as a family member or a loyal friend.

Comic Series

 * Heather was the deuteragonist of the Comic Series from Issue 1 to Issue 14, when the role is taken by Edward at the start of the Faceless Men arc of the series.
 * Edward Cole has been the deuteragonist of the Comic Series since Issue 15, and arguably since the end of his fight with his brother Nathan in Issue 10.