AMURO RAY-A socially awkward teenaged boy that's good with machines. His father designed the Gundam, which Amuro pilots for the Federation once he becomes a member of The White Base. Turns out to be a new kind of human known as a Newtype.
CHAR AZNABLE-The masked and enigmatic piloting ace for the Principality/Duchy of Zeon. Known as The Red Comet, his mobile suits are always custom made with a red color. Also a Newtype, he will become Amuro's rival.
BRIGHT NOA-The highest ranking survivor of the remaining crew of the White Base after it is attacked. A strict person, he simply cares about the people serving under him. He shows a natural aptitude for command.
SODO DEGWIN ZABI-Patriarch of the Zabi family who rules over the Zeon forces.
FRAU BOW-Amuro's neighbor and wannabe girlfriend. She takes over as communications officer for the White Base in the later series.
KAI SHIDEN-A cynical pilot for the White Base. Often viewed as a coward.
HAYATO KOBAYASHI-Amuro's wannabe rival, a short and spunky kid. Pilot for the White Base.
MIRAI YASHIMA-Amateur pilot, she serves in this capacity for the White Base.
SAYLA MASS-First communications officer, then pilot searching for her long lost brother believed to be an ace pilot.
RYU JOSE-A large and gregarious man who serves as piloting instructor for the younger pilots onboard White Base.
LALAH SUNE-A Newtype who is used by the Zeon forces for warfare. She begins a relationship with both Char, her commanding officer, and Amuro, whom she meets by chance.