Angeal is a proud, honest, and sincere man. He maintains a serious demeanor and conducts himself with calmness, rationality, and stoicism. He enjoys the trust of his superiors and is an idol to young recruits in SOLDIER, some even regard him as a "spiritual leader." His moral principles and ideals are rooted in the pursuit of dreams and honor, the hard work required to achieve them, and the belief that the sword must be used to protect the weak and secure a lasting peace for the war-torn planet. Despite his serious nature, Angeal has a playful side and often teases his friends Sephiroth and Genesis Rhapsodos. Angeal is also a teacher and a good friend to Zack.Angeal is 1.90 meters tall, with blue eyes and black hair.

Genesis is a man of approximately twenty-five, with a lean, athletic build. He has lightly tanned skin, medium-length reddish hair, and blue Mako eyes. He wears a long red coat with metal shoulder guards over a modified SOLDIER uniform—closely resembling Sephiroth's—along with tall, buckled black boots and red gloves. He wears a dangling silver earring shaped like a dagger in his right ear and a silver stud earring in his left. Genesis is a proud, arrogant, and flamboyant individual dedicated to achieving his goals. He takes pride in his physique, his combat skills, and the popularity they bring him. Otherwise, he is reserved and keeps his true feelings to himself, opening up only to his comrades Angeal and Sephiroth.

Zack was a member of SOLDIER, an elite military unit of the powerful Shinra Electric Power Company. Hailing from the rural village of Gongaga, he was determined to become a hero. Under the mentorship of Angeal Hewley, Zack rose to the rank of SOLDIER 1st Class, becoming—alongside Sephiroth—one of the company's most reliable elite operatives. He is a cheerful, optimistic, kind, and driven individual who radiates inspiration and energy, even in the face of adversity. His spirited nature is paired with a short attention span and a tendency to get into trouble, earning him the nickname "Zack the Puppy" from his mentor. Zack is incredibly friendly, he makes friends quickly and easily, readily earning the trust of his allies. He stands 185 cm tall, with sky-blue eyes and slightly tousled black hair.