The main character of this story and a cadet of the special combat unit SeeD from the Balamb Garden Military Academy. Judging from his anti-social behavior, he appears to be selfish and lacking a sense of team unity. An aloof character that dislikes having others involved in his affairs, Squall is best described as a lone wolf.

Name: Rinoa Heartilly
Age: 17
Birthdate: March 3
Blood Type: Unknown
Height: 5'3'
Occupation: Unknown
Weapon: Blaster Edge
Limit Break: Combine

A lively, young woman with the ability to touch people's hearts. Open and honest with her feelings, Rinoa has a tendency to speak her mind without concealing anything. Driven by her ambition, she is known to be stubborn at times.

Name: Seifer Almasy
Age: 18
Birthdate: December 22
Blood Type: A
Height: 6'2'
Occupation: Squad B Leader
Weapon: GunBlade
Limit Break: Fire Cross

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 being problematic. Although recognising and praising Squall's abilities and powers, he nonetheless regards him and as his ultimate rival.

Name: Zell Dincht
Age: 17
Birthdate: March 17
Blood Type: B
Height: 5'5'
Occupation: SeeD Member
Weapon: Gloves
Limit Break: Duel

An incredible marital artist. Aspiring to become like his grandfather who was once a soldier, Zell entered Garden at the age of 13. Not being one that thinks matters through, he is known to act on impulse rather than reasoning. At heart however, he is an honest young man who tends to take things too seriously.

Name: Laguna Loire
Age: 27
Birthdate: January 3
Blood Type: Unknown
Height: 5'9'
Occupation: Journalist
Weapon: Machine Gun
Limit Break: Desperato

An ex-soldier turned journalist, Laguna is a strong-willed man with amazing energy. Out of compassion for the unfortunate, he helps those who are weak, and destroys those who seek to oppress. Using his pen as a mighty instrument of Justice, he now stands strong against the evils of the world.

Name: Quistis Trepe
Age: 18
Birthdate: October 4
Blood Type: A
Height: 6'6'
Occupation: Garden Instructor
Weapon: Chain Whip
Limit Break: Blue Magic

A SeeD cadet at the age of 15, Quistis now instructs Squall and his companions at Balmb Garden. Contrary to her cool and bold exterior, she is known to have a difficult time coping with frustration, which sometimes results in her becoming depressed over trivial matters.

Name: Irvine Kinneas
Age: 17
Birthdate: November 24
Blood Type: O
Height: 6'0'
Occupation: G-Garden Student
Weapon: Rifle
Limit Break: Shot

An expert marksman from Galbadia Garden, Irvine is known as the "Best shooter in Garden". His reputation for cherishing the company of women is almost as well known as his accuracy with a gun. Although he seems to be insensitive and frivolous at first glance, he is in reality, sensitive and serious.

Name: Edea
Age: Unknown
Birthdate: Unknown
Blood Type: Unknown
Height: -
Occupation: Sorceress
Weapon: None
Limit Break: Ice

A witch who comes from a family of witches and very little is known about her.She has mind controlling powers to some extent and Rinoa and Seifer are often seen with her.