tall, broad-shouldered man with wavy brown hair, blue eyes, and light stubble. He usually wears a leather jacket, dark shirt, fitted pants, and boots, giving him the look of a rugged space outlaw. His metallic helmet and blasters complete his usual appearance. Peter is sarcastic, playful, and impulsive, often using jokes to get through uncomfortable situations. He can be immature and stubborn, especially when things don't go his way, but he cares deeply about the people around him. Despite his habit of acting before thinking, he's brave when it matters and will put himself in danger to protect his friends. He struggles with loss and loneliness but finds a sense of belonging with the Guardians.

green-skinned woman with an athletic build, sharp features, and long dark hair with pink and purple streaks. She usually wears fitted combat clothes, sturdy boots, and practical armor that lets her move freely during a fight. Her appearance is striking, but her serious expression and confident posture make her seem intimidating. Gamora is independent, disciplined, and straightforward. She doesn't have much patience for foolish behavior and often finds herself surrounded by people who annoy her. Beneath her tough exterior, however, she's caring and deeply loyal to those she trusts. Her difficult past has made it hard for her to open up, but she isn't afraid to stand up for what's right. She values her freedom and refuses to let anyone control her life again.

huge, heavily muscular man with grayish skin covered in red markings across his body. He's bald, broad-chested, and built like a tank, with a naturally intimidating appearance. He usually wears simple sleeveless clothing that shows off his muscular frame. Despite how threatening he looks, Drax is often unintentionally funny. He's extremely blunt and takes almost everything literally, which causes him to misunderstand jokes and sarcasm. He rarely hides what he's thinking and doesn't see much point in pretending to be someone he's not. Underneath his rough personality, Drax is emotional, loyal, and protective. He carries a lot of grief from his past, but his friends give him something to care about again. He might not always understand people, but he genuinely wants to help them.

small, genetically modified raccoon with brown and gray fur, pointed ears, a dark patch around his eyes, and a surprisingly expressive face. He usually wears a practical vest or flight suit and often carries weapons or gadgets he's built himself. His small size makes his aggressive attitude even more noticeable. Rocket is sarcastic, short-tempered, clever, and constantly ready with an insult. He's an incredible engineer who can build almost anything from scraps, and he takes pride in being smarter than most people around him. He doesn't like showing vulnerability and often pushes others away before they can hurt him. Despite that, he's deeply loyal to his friends, especially Groot. Rocket has a softer side that he rarely shows, and much of his attitude comes from years of being treated like he doesn't belong.

tall, tree-like humanoid with thick wooden limbs, bark covering his body, and branches that form the shape of his head and face. Depending on his age, he can look like a small, innocent sapling or a massive, muscular tree creature. Despite his unusual appearance, his expressions make it easy to tell how he's feeling. Groot is loyal, gentle, and protective, especially toward Rocket, who's one of his closest friends. He only says, "I am Groot," but his tone and expressions communicate much more than people expect. He's usually patient with the others and doesn't get caught up in their arguments. He can be playful and mischievous, but when someone he cares about is in danger, he doesn't hesitate to step in. Groot is the kind of friend who shows he cares through his actions rather than words.

slender woman with pale skin, dark hair, large expressive eyes, and two small antennae on her forehead. She usually wears simple, dark clothing that suits her quiet personality, and her antennae move with her emotions. Mantis is sweet, curious, and often a little awkward around other people. Because she spent much of her life isolated, she sometimes struggles to understand sarcasm and social situations. She's very sensitive to other people's emotions, which allows her to recognize feelings they try to hide. Although she can seem shy or easily confused, she's braver than she gives herself credit for. Mantis genuinely cares about her friends and often tries to help them when they're upset. As she becomes more independent, she learns that she doesn't have to rely on others to decide who she should be.