Rick Grimes: Full name: Rick Grimes Occupation before the apocalypse: Sheriff's deputy Occupation during the apocalypse: Survivor, leader, protector, and community builder Children: Carl Grimes and Judith Grimes Closest relationships: Daryl Dixon, Michonne, Glenn, Maggie, Carol, Hershel, and others Personality: Protective, determined, intelligent, compassionate, stubborn, brave, sometimes impulsive 30s Longer, messier hair Beard/stubble Tired-looking eyes More scars and signs of hardship Usually wears practical survivor clothing His overall appearance becomes much more "grizzled Rick is portrayed as tall, lean, and athletic, with the physical build you'd expect from someone who spent years as a law-enforcement officer and later had to survive constantly. Rick is extremely protective of the people he considers family. His children and his group are among his biggest motivations. Natural leader He's good at: Making plans Reading dangerous situations Keeping people organized Taking responsibility Making difficult decisions

Daryl Dixon: Full name: Daryl Dixon 40 years old Height: Around 5'10"–5'11 Occupation before the apocalypse: Drifter / outdoorsman Weapons: Crossbow, knives, firearms Vehicle: Motorcycle Daryl has a rugged, weathered appearance that fits his survivalist lifestyle. He has long, dark brown hair, usually worn loose or somewhat messy, and brown eyes. He typically has a scruffy beard or facial stubble. His clothing is usually practical rather than fashionable—dark shirts, jeans, boots, leather jackets, and his iconic angel-wing vest. His crossbow is one of his most recognizable possessions. Daryl starts out as rough, angry, defensive, and distrustful. He doesn't easily open up to people and often keeps his emotions hidden. But underneath that tough exterior, he's actually extremely loyal and caring. Loyal, Independent, Quiet, Protective, Hot-tempered, Compassionate, Observant, Resourceful, Determined He's particularly good at: Tracking: He can follow trails and recognize signs that someone has passed through an area. Hunting: He's skilled at finding food in the wilderness. Fighting: Daryl is an experienced fighter who can use both weapons and hand-to-hand combat. Archery: His crossbow becomes his signature weapon. Motorcycles: Daryl is an excellent motorcycle rider. Navigation: He can travel through wilderness areas better than many other characters.

Michonne Hawthorne: Full name: Michonne Hawthorne Occupation before the apocalypse: Lawyer Personality: Quiet, intelligent, protective, independent, determined, sarcastic, emotionally guarded Family: Rick Grimes, Judith Grimes, R.J. Grimes, and her late son André Michonne is recognizable for her: Long, dark dreadlocks Brown eyes Athletic build Serious or intimidating expression Usually practical, dark-colored clothing Boots and clothing suited for traveling and fighting Her extremely recognizable katana Michonne is very guarded when she first appears. She doesn't immediately trust people and usually watches someone's actions before deciding whether they're trustworthy. Protective — especially toward children and people she considers family. Loyal — once she trusts someone, she doesn't abandon them easily. Independent — she can survive on her own but eventually learns that she doesn't always have to. Intelligent — she's good at reading situations and making decisions. Strong-minded — she doesn't easily let other people control her. Sarcastic — especially around people she's comfortable with. Emotionally strong but vulnerable — she hides a lot of pain behind her tough personality.

Carol Peletier: Full name: Carol Peletier 50s Former occupation: Homemaker Close relationships: Daryl Dixon, Rick Grimes, Ezekiel, Michonne, and several other members of the survivor group Shorter, practical hairstyle Stronger and more confident appearance Often wears practical clothes suitable for survival Becomes very good at blending into different situations Extremely intelligent Resourceful Brave Protective Strategic Independent Emotionally guarded Willing to make incredibly difficult decisions Fighting, Weapons, Strategy Carol is excellent at: Reading people Lying when necessary Creating believable stories Planning ahead Using people's expectations against them Staying calm during dangerous situations She's capable of: Finding food Cooking Taking care of a household Helping children Handling dangerous situations Adapting to new communities