Squall Description: A cadet in SeeD, the special combat unit of the Balamb Garden Military Academy. His aloof and anti-social behavior makes him appear selfish and lacking a sense of team unity. Squall dislikes having other involved in his affairs, and is best described as a lone wolf.
Rinoa Description: A lively individual with the ability to touch people's hearts. Open and honest with her feelings, she speaks her mind without reservation. Driven by her ambitions, she can be difficult
Seifer
Description: A candidate for SeeD. Although Seifer is a naturally gifted soldier, his inability to take orders and control his temper has earned him the label of "problematic". Although recognizing and praising Squall's abilities, Seifer regards him as his ultimate rival.
Quistis
Description: A SeeD cadet at the age of 15, Quistis now instructs Squall and his companions at Balamb Garden. Contrary to her cool exterior, she occasionally has a difficult time coping with frustaration, and as a aresult can become depressed over trivial matters.
Zell
Description: Aspireing to become like his grandfather who was once a soldier, Zell entered Garden at the age of 13. Not being one to think matter through, he is known to act on impulse rather than reasoning. At heart, however, he is an honest, dedicated young man
Irvine
Description: Irvine is known as the "Best Shooter in Garden". His reputaiton for cherishing the company of women is almost as well known as his accuracy with a gun. Although he seems to be uncaring and frivolous at first glance, in reality he is sensitive and serious.
Selphie
Description: Selphie seems out of place in a military academy becuase of her innocent apperance and light-hearted personality. her happy-go-lucky disposition and laid-back attitude tend to catch others off guard.