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After more than a decade of constant discussion, it can be hard to accept thatAttack on Titanseems to be completely done by this point. Debuting in 2009, Hajime Isayama’s shonen manga concluded its run in 2021, producing 34 volumes and 139 chapters in the process. The series even spawned five manga spin-offs. So, unsurprisingly, the source material’s success led to the creation of an anime series, which spanned four seasons and 94 episodes.
Attack on Titanwas so popular that it warranted the creation of two live-action movies and a miniseries. There are also multipleAoTnovels and video games, although the latter are mostly found on mobile devices. That said,Omega Force’s console projectsare pretty great adaptations in their own right. For roughly 15 years,AoTwas inescapable, a juggernaut franchise that took multiple media by storm.
Despite the anime and manga receiving near-universal praise, the same can not be said forAttack on Titan’s characters, many of whom have garnered a fair amount of criticism over the years. Eren, Mikasa, and Armin are particularly divisive.AoTwould not have been so successful if it had not, at the bare minimum, characters that viewers wanted to see survive (or die, in some cases). Now that the manga and anime are long done, let’s take a look at some of the figures that helped propel the franchise’s success, including thebirthdays, heights, and ages ofAoT’s characters.
Although they will be kept to a minimum, spoilers will be unavoidable. Please bear that in mind if you have not completed the anime.
Updated on June 12, 2025:AoT’s characterswill likely never return to the small screen again, at least not in anime form. I could see the series making a comeback in the form of a game or maybe a spin-off manga, but it is safe to say that Eren, Mikasa, and Levi’s stories are complete by this point.
Focusing on two of AoT’s more human characters, the sections dedicated to Jean and Conny have been expanded.
Attack On Titan Statistics Chart Containing Characters' Ages, Birthdays, And Heights (If Available)
Attack on Titan’s roster of (important) characters is quite extensive, so much so that this summary eventually ballooned to over 30 entries. To make the information as readily accessible as possible, the following table has been constructed to provide a breakdown ofeachAttack on Titancharacter’s age, birthday, and height.How tall is Levi Ackerman?When is Eren Jaeger’s birthday?
Unless stated otherwise, the statistics are based on the character’s status in the Year 850, since that is when most ofAttack on Titan’s story takes place. If someone debuted after that point, their first appearance will be used. Also,Attack on Titandoesn’t reveal the exact age of every character, so estimates will be provided in those instances. In other cases, N/A will be written.
15
March 30th
5'7" / 170cm
February 10th
November 3rd
5'4" / 163cm
30-33
December 25th
5'3" / 160cm
35-39¹
October 14th
6'2" / 188cm
17
August 1st
6'1" / 185cm
December 30th
6'4" / 192cm
25
6'0" / 183cm
29-31²
September 5th
January 15th
4'9" / 145cm
16
March 22nd
5'0" / 153cm
15⁴
April 7th
5'9" / 175cm
May 2nd
5'2" / 158cm
17-19³
February 17th
5'8" / 172cm
July 26th
5'6" / 168cm
June 16th
5'10" / 178cm
November 1st
6'5" / 196cm
October 8th
5'09" / 175cm
13-16
April 25th
5'01" / 155cm
15-18⁴
September 22nd
December 20th
5'11" / 180cm
December 6th
5'02" / 158cm
September 13th
5'11 / 180cm
August 2nd
6'48" / 195cm
December 7th
5'14" / 156cm
April 15th
5'5" / 165cm
35-40⁵
5'97" / 177cm
40-45⁶
February 4th
6'3" / 190cm
February 14th
5'7" / 172cm
January 21st
12⁵
April 14th
4'6" / 138cm
November 11th
5'8" / 175cm
August 5th
5'1" / 155cm
August 12th
4'7" / 140cm
September 15th
39
January 26th
5'11" / 182cm
January 29th
¹ Erwin Smith’s age was not revealed, but he was in grade school when his father died around Year 825. By Year 850, Erwin is the Survey Corps' commander and, presumably, a few years older than Levi. Therefore, he should be in his late 30s.
² Based on player theories and speculation.
³ As a young teenager, Ymir transformed into a Titan and then spent the next 60 years stuck in that form. She changed back to human in the Year 845; consequently, she must be in her late teens by 850.
⁴ An approximation based on the character being part of the 104th Training Corps.
⁵ Introduced in Year 854.
⁶ In the Year 829, Kenny was a young man (and serial killer), so it can be assumed that he was around 20 at this point.
Want to learn more about eachAoTcharacter? Continue reading below, which provides some background information on the highlighted characters.
Eren is the main protagonist ofAttack on Titan, and he is introduced as a rather straightforward character. In the anime’s first episode, Eren watches helplessly as his mother is devoured by a Titan; naturally, the boy vows to destroy every Titan who ever set foot on the planet. To achieve this goal, Eren enrolls in the military as part of the 104th Training Corps and eventually joins the Survey Corps.
Eren undergoes a great deal of development throughout the anime, growing into a far more nuanced character byAttack on Titan’s third season. His journey is defined by an unrelenting drive not only for vengeance but also to find purpose in the pain he and everyone else have experienced. He desperately wants to make all that suffering mean something, as he hopes it will ultimately result in a better world. Eren is smart, manipulative, charismatic, and committed.
Eren’s right-hand partner, Mikasa Ackerman is nearly always by the protagonist’s side, especially in the anime. Strong, fearless when up against Titans, and quiet, Mikasa is among the last living members of the Ackerman clan; unfortunately, this makes her a target. At the age of 9, traffickers killed Mikasa’s parents and might have kidnapped the girl if Eren had not shown up to rescue her. Mikasa immediately repaid the favor.
Mikasa’s personality is directly molded by her relationship with Eren, as she reflects her friend’s brash and direct nature. Despite her physical abilities ranking among the best in this universe, Mikasa’s obsessive devotion to Eren gives her a huge blind spot thatAttack on Titanchallenges more and more as the story progresses.
Both beloved and divisive, Mikasa is one ofAoT’s most popular characters; conversely, she tends to be used as an example of the show’s less-than-brilliant writing, unfairly at times. While her journey is not always very satisfying, the capable scout is constantly going through an internal struggle as she tries to deal with her idolization of Eren, a situation that makes sense due to their upbringing together. She is strong in most circumstances, but she cannot always see what is right in front of her eyes.
CompletingAttack on Titan’s core three, Armin tends to get overshadowed by Eren and Mikasa, both in the story and in discussions about it. Compared to his friends, Armin is notably quieter and less likely to appear on the front lines of battles, largely because he prefers to avoid bloodshed and is only a passable fighter. Before season 4, he generally served as the brains to Eren’s passion and Mikasa’s brawn, acting as a strategist who puts together the plans but does not play a big active part in them. His intellect allowed him to rise up the ranks ofthe Scout Regiment, becoming one of its most important leaders.
By season 4, Armin becomes something of a pacifist, and he struggles to come to terms with the role he played in the attack on Marley. His moral sensibilities put him in direct opposition to Eren, although Armin still tries to see things from his old friend’s perspective whenever possible. He might not be as flashy or as charismatic as some otherAttack on Titancharacters, but Armin goes through a realistic journey throughout the story, coming out on the other side as a changed person who just about manages to hold on to his humanity.
Levi is one of the strongest fighters in the Survey Corps and serves as a squad captain. Willing to take on an army of Titans if necessary, Levi doesn’t hesitate to put it all on the line for the sake of safeguarding human life. This goes beyond Titans, as Levi’s hatred for Kenny Ackerman, a serial killer, is just as intense.
Vicious in combat and distant outside it, Levi is a blood-soaked soldier who carries the weight of the world on his shoulders because he knows most people cannot handle the burden.Attack on Titangradually reveals Levi’s background, showing that he started as a criminal before eventually joining the Survey Corps. Levi is the type of person who only follows orders from people he respects; that said,he is generally quite empathetic.
Overall, Levi is probably the most belovedAttack on Titancharacter, and his popularity remained fairly consistent throughout the anime’s run, a statement that cannot be said for the main trio.
The Survey Corps' 13th commander, Erwin Smith, takes on a primarily behind-the-scenes role for large chunks of the anime; however, he casts a broad shadow over a lot of the story. Highly respected by Levi and Hange Zoë, Erwin constantly struggles internally with his desire to satisfy his curiosity about the state of the world and his role in preserving humanity’s future.
Erwin’s complexity doesn’t fully reveal itself until very late in his story, and he becomes an especially prominent figure towards the end of season 3. In the public eye, the commander presents an unshakable and controlled front; he is the leader humanity needs. Behind closed doors, Erwin is far more unsure about himself, questioning not only his actions but also their righteousness. This makes for a fascinating conflict that explodes beautifully during the character’s final major episodes and culminates in perhaps the best scene/sequence of the entire show.
Initially coming across as something of a big brother to Eren and company, Reiner eventually reveals that he has been hiding a dark secret. A spy sent to infiltrate humanity, Reiner joins the Survey Corps in an attempt to get closer to discovering theFounding Titan.
Reiner’s reveal marks a high point inAttack on Titan, a twist so unexpected and expertly delivered that it sent shockwaves across the anime world. Reiner’s dual life caused him to develop various mental problems, as he lost himself within the personality he created. By season 4, he is a broken individual who does not fully feel like he belongs anywhere. Reiner’s backstory does a lot to flesh out his personality and psychological struggles, turning what could have been an “evil all along” type character into a tragic figure haunted by his past despite mostly believing that he did what needed to be done.
Ultimately, Reiner never really becomes likable again, as his early actions are very hard to look past. However, he never stops being fascinating, particularly as he becomes more and more overwhelmed with guilt.
Bertholdt should not be dismissed as just Reiner’s partner, even if the latter has a bigger personality and goes through a more captivating arc. Despite initially seeming to be “weaker” than Reiner, Bertholdt is arguably more dedicated to their cause than his ally, showing adetached loyalty that is quite chilling at times. In many ways, he represents the ultimate soldier, a person who is capable of suppressing all emotions to eliminate any distractions or hesitation. As the Colossal Titan, he is comfortably among the biggest threats in the entire anime, and he can easily destroy entire cities and armies on his own.
Before being revealed as a spy sent to Paradis Island, Bertholdt is just kind of nice. He is soft-spoken, kind-hearted, and seems to care about the other cadets he fights alongside. Honestly, he just seemed like a character destined to be a casualty in a large-scale battle, somewhat similar to Marco. Even more so than Reiner, Bertholdt’s real identity came as a real shock and changedAttack on Titanforever.
Zeke Jaeger takes a while to make his introduction inAttack on Titan, but he makes a long-lasting impression when he is first presented as the Beast Titan. As the child of Dina Fritz and Grisha Jaeger, Zeke is directly related to Eren, although they had very different upbringings and did not know of each other’s existence. While Eren grew up behind Paradis' Walls and lived in fear of Titans, Zeke led Marley’s charge against Eldians, serving as the captain who guided warriors like Reiner, Annie, and Bertolt. Despite seemingly being a dedicated Marleyan soldier, Zeke was primarily motivated by a personal ambition to eradicate Eldians.
While their initial meet-up does not go great, Eren and Zele wind up working together since they do seem to share some common goals and motives. However, in a pretty impressive turn of events, Eren becomes way too extreme for Zeke, resulting in the latter turning his back on the former. ConsideringZeke started as the “villain,“this dynamic’s endpoint was very difficult to predict.
While not explored as thoroughly as the likes of Levi or Reiner, Hange Zoë is still one ofAttack on Titan’s best secondary characters. Whether providing some much-needed comedy relief during the early parts of the anime or demonstrating a willingness to commit atrocities in pursuit of their greater good, Hange is enigmatic and magnetic.
Hange has a close relationship with Levi stemming from their shared time in the Survey Corps. As the story progresses, Hange becomes a more serious and grim figure as they are forced to take on more authoritative roles inAttack on Titan. While perhaps not very comfortable in the role, they live up to it well, showing they can be authoritative if the need arises.
Introduced as Krista, this Survey Corps trainee might not seem all that important at a glance, mostly coming across as nice but forgettable. Her dynamic with Ymir was somewhat interesting, but Krista was certainly the quiet and subdued member of that friendship. However, as more is revealed about Krista, she transforms from a borderline background figure to one of the most importantAttack on Titancharacters. Eventually, Krista reveals that her real name is Historia Reiss, meaning she is part of the family that rules the Walls. While not presented as a legitimate member due to being born out of infidelity, she is still a powerful and potentially influential person, even if her family background hardly set her up for success.
SomethingAoTdoes well is differentiateKrista from Historia, showcasing that they are separate personas rather than just names. The latter crafted Krista’s personality to fit in, presenting her as fairly pure and innocent. However, this was nothing more than a mask and a defense mechanism, and Historia is nothing like Krista. That said, by the end, she takes up some of her alter ego’s traits.
The main antagonist ofAttack on Titan’s first season, Annie slipped into the Survey Corps alongside Reiner and Bertolt. A selling point of the series is its unpredictability. While this is clear from the start, early moments such as Eren’s “death” and Annie’s exposure as the Female Titan helped reinforce this dimension.
Trained to be a soldier from a young age, Annie was chosen as one of Marley’s Warriors and sent to retrieve the Founding Titan from behind the Walls. Although she disappears from the series for long spells, Annie’s presence asAttack on Titan’s first major antagonist cemented her as one of the franchise’s most iconic characters. Subsequent seasons would also recontextualize Annie’s actions.
First introduced as somewhat of an arrogant coward who butts heads with Eren, Jean appeared to beAttack on Titan’s throwaway jerk, a role that seemed destined to end with him in the mouth of a Titan. However, Jean goes through quite an impressive arc throughout the series, growing into a respectable soldier who tries to genuinely change the world for the better. He becomes inspired by the person he initially hated, and arguably ends up more respectable than Eren.
Initially, Jean’s goal was to join the Military Police Brigade, which would have allowed him to (mostly) avoid fighting and live a life of relative comfort. This was his core reason for joining the military, but he ultimately joined the Scout Regiment. A capable fighter and an unexpectedly effective leader, Jean becomes an oddly inspirational figure in his own right, someone who is constantly striving to better himself and those around him, despite having a somewhat prickly personality.
Sometimes,Conny does not get his dues, a side effect of being introduced alongside roughly a dozen characters who were all fighting for relevance. As he is not as integral to the story as the core trio, Reiner, or Annie, Conny tends to slip into the background, only stepping into the forefront for a few moments throughoutAttack on Titan. However, Conny is awesome and deserves to be hailed as one of the bestAoTcharacters.
Similar to Jean, this 104 cadet is pretty much just a normal dude, or at least as normal as someone behind the walls can be. He is not particularly strong, smart, or ambitious. He is loyal to his companions and fairly brave, but he is hardly impervious to fear or to making rash decisions in the heat of the moment. Like pretty much everyone in this world, Conny has gone through some terrible, terrible things, primarily losing his entire village to a titan attack. He carries this trauma without allowing it to define him.
Ymir has led a complicated and tragic life. The cynical and bitter figure that debuts as part of the 104th Training Corps is not simply acting out – Ymir has been to hell and back. Born in Marley, Ymir was nameless and homeless until she was picked up by a cult and turned into a prop for worship.
Eventually, Ymir was betrayed, tortured, and left to die. However, she turned into a Titan and spent the next 60 years roaming the wasteland. In 845, she reverted to human and, five years later, found herself in the military. Unsurprisingly, due to her history, Ymir is not the most approachable person, and she keeps her 104th comrades at arm’s length. That said, her friendship with Krista is genuinely endearing and helps add dimensions to both characters.
Attack on Titan’s resident eater, Sasha, is always looking for her next meal, a trait stemming from her background as a hunter from a small village. Due to her sequestered upbringing, Sasha doesn’t have much experience with people from the Walls; consequently, it takes her a while to adjust to life in the military.
In a universe filled with haunted, dark, and broken characters,Sasha’s warmth and primal simplicityallow her to stand out positively.AoT’s world could use more people like Sasha, even if she does take a while to get past some prejudices. The great thing about characters like Sasha, Jean, and Conny is that they are just ordinary people who are trying to make the best of a terrible situation. They are not destined for greatness or have lofty ambitions, and they grow from their experiences rather than in pursuit of a future.
One of the unsung heroes ofAttack on Titan’s early seasons, Marco adds a touch of normalcy to the series. An empathetic character who generally tries to see the best in others, Marco plays a subtle but important part in uniting the 104th Training Corps. In fact, Marco is arguably the main reason Jean matures so much in roughly a year.
Marco’s time on the show is relatively short, but he makes the most of it, leaving a long-lasting impression that influences plenty of other characters. In some ways, Marco is too good and trusting to survive long in a world as harsh asAttack on Titan’s, and these qualities directly lead to his demise.
Miche, or Mike, is arguably one of the most overlookedAttack on Titancharacters. While he is not exactly forgotten, he is primarily remembered for his death scene, which is not onlyone of the most brutal in the animebut also features the introduction of the Beast Titan, a pivotal moment in the story. Miche’s legacy tends to be condensed into this one sequence, overshadowing the fact that he was one of humanity’s strongest and longest-serving soldiers.
The leader of his own Scout Regiment squad, Miche’s skills were only surpassed by Levi and, arguably, Mikasa, and he could hold his own in most situations and against average Titans. He was also experienced, to the point that he helped “recruit” Levi at Erwin’s behest. A dependable and level-headed fighter who prioritized the safety of his squad over himself, Miche was a huge loss, and his death haunts the likes of Erwin.
While essentially a minor character, Floch goes through quite an arc inAttack on Titan. Part of the Scout Regiment, Floch has seen his share of tragedies, particularly the Battle of Shiganshina District. Floch was a significant supporter of Erwin and pushed heavily for the commander to be saved from Armin when only one of them could receive the Titan injection. Throughout the character’s run, he has always sought someone to follow, a person to whom he can attach his hope for the future. Originally, Floch found this leader in Erwin; later on, he switched allegiances to Eren.
InAttack on Titan: The Final Season, Floch goes from a background player to a standout antagonist, one who fully supports Eren’s desire to eradicate everyone outside of Paradis Island. While there are far more intimidating characters in the anime, Floch is strangely unsettling as he uses logic to justify heinous acts, claiming them to be for the greater good. Basically, he is a very human villain.
The Jeagerists play a significant role inAttack on Titanseason 4 as they represent the internal strife tearing Paradis Island apart. Opting to follow Eren alongside Floch, Louise is one of the group’s younger members, as she was just a child when the Battle of Trost District took place in 850. During that moment, she was saved from a Titan by Mikasa, a feat that greatly shaped Louise’s mentality as she embraced the idea that only the strong will survive.
In the grand scheme of things, Louise is a minor character inAoT, but she represents the political intrigue that defines the final stretch of the manga and anime. By season 4, the show has long since left behind its human versus monster roots, developing into something far more complex.
Another member ofthe Jeagerists, Daz is a perfectly ordinary person who is just utterly horrified by the state of his world. As part of the 104th Cadet Corps, Daz participated in a number of the most important and vicious battles inAttack on Titan, experiences that did little to ease the character’s anxiety or fear.
Daz is nothing more than a minor character, but he illustrates the story’s nuanced development in the fourth season. Although the Jeagerists are essentially antagonists, the members themselves are not villains. Daz is just scared and sees Eren as a potential savior. Honestly, this character is quite relatable.
Samuel and Daz are two faces that are likely to hauntConny for the rest of his days. Similar to Daz and Louis, Samuel agreed with Eren’s aggressive attack against Marley, finding great solace in the show of strength. Naturally, Samuel did not accept Eren’s incarceration and joined the rebel forces as part of the Jaegerists.
Samuel is a rather nondescript character. He does not have a unique look or a loud personality, nor is he especially talented; basically, he is ordinary. He probably feels somewhat expendable, fearing a future where he is just a nameless and voiceless person killed in a war. With the Jeagerists, Samuel found a way to be heard, at least for a short while.
A prominent member of Levi’s Special Operations Squad, Petra Rall served a crucial role in fostering a bond between the group and Eren. Although a minor character, Petra’s endearing and warm personality helps balance out Levi’s directness; without her, the Special Operations Squad would not function as smoothly as it does.
Attack on Titanhas a massive cast of characters, so much so that people such as Petra tend to get lost in the shuffle. However, her contributions should not be ignored as she is one of those figures who add a touch of heart to the anime.
A stable and reassuring presence throughoutAttack on Titan, Dot Pyxis is the type of character who mainly lingers in the background but also never feels out of place when asked to assume a more prominent role. The officer served as something of a mentor to the 104th Cadet Corps during their training, and he was a crucial figure during the battle in the Trost District.
A leader on and off the battlefield, Dot’s ability to remain calm even when surrounded by tragedy and destruction is his greatest asset. Driven by logic, Dot can analyze a situation holistically and come up with a realistic solution, all the while still taking into account the human element.
Kitz is a puzzling character, and his behavior can be unpredictable. Despite rising to the rank of captain in the Garrison Regiment, Kitz has shown a capacity to react rashly in the face of unexpected or dangerous situations. The peak example of this type of response is when Kitz learns that the Attack Titan is Eren Jaeger, causing the captain to threaten to put an end to the cadet. Now, to be fair, this revelation would have caught anyone off guard at this point in the story; consequently, Kitz’s fearful reaction to Eren’s predicament is understandable. However, the captain’s rash decision to eliminate Eren could have cost Paradis Island one of its greatest weapons.
Kitz has largely disappeared since the anime’s first season, only showing up sporadically as a background character. That said, he seems to have steadied his nerves since his encounter with Eren.
A member of the 1st Division Elite Forces, Rico Brzenska plays a key role during theBattle of Trost District arc inAttack on Titan’sopening season. After that point, she does little of note. Rico is one of the first soldiers to learn that Eren is the Attack Titan, and she agrees with Kitz’s decision to kill the teenager along with Mikasa and Armin.
This action paints Rico as a person who cares little about life, but that is not really the case. In truth, Rico is entirely driven by a desire to save as many folks as possible and to ensure no death is pointless. She is willing to carry the burden of executing three cadets if it means protecting hundreds of people. Once Dot Pyxis confirms that Eren should be spared, it does not take long for Rico to start supporting the cadet.
First impressions are often reliable, but there are exceptions. Dhalis is introduced as the relatively logical leader of Eldia’s military, a role that bestowed him with great power and influence. Initially, he seems like the type of person who can remain detached during high-pressure situations, enabling him to make difficult decisions that would, ultimately, aid the greater good.
In truth, Dhalis' public persona is nothing more than a facade used to lure people into believing he is trustworthy and noble. Behind the scenes, he is greedy, vindictive, and cruel. Dhalis is driven by a desire to watch Paradis Island’s leaders burn, and he cares not if his actions result in casualties.Attack on Titanhas plenty of great villains, and while he might not be as flashy as some other characters, Dhalis sits among the anime’s best antagonists.
The standout member of the Military Police Regiment, Commander Nile Dawk plays a pivotal role inAttack on Titan, even if his time on screen is relatively short. When Eren is revealed to be a Titan, Nile leads the trial against the Scout member, and he specifically seeks out a death sentence. Ultimately, Nile is convinced to diverge from this path, which highlights the character’s willingness to change his mind if he is presented with a convincing argument.
Nile has a close but tense relationship with Erwin. While the two grew up as friends, a love triangle drove a wedge between them. That said, they continued to treat each other with a degree of respect, even if they were never quite close again.
Attack on Titanseason 3 shifts things by revolving its main conflict around a group of humans rather than Titans. Levi’s uncle and a killer, Kenny seeks to take the Founding Titan’s power for himself.
Caring little for human life, Kenny’s actions have a ruthlessness that, in some ways, makes him more terrifying than the Titans. To some extent, Kenny enjoys killing, making an active choice to snuff out someone’s life. He is the closest thing to a serial killer inAoT, and Kenny’s connection to Levi injects emotional weight into his story. Narratively, Kenny’s arc paves the way for plenty of revelations regarding the true history behind the Walls and Titans.
Kenny Ackermann’sAnti-Personnel Control Squad is effectively the main antagonist of season 3, but the group’s members do not get all that much attention or development. Kenny is pretty much the only one who stands out, and to be fair, he ended up being amongAttack on Titan’s best villains. The squad’s other devotees mostly come across as henchmen who exist solely to help Kenny achieve his lifelong dream.
While not exactly an exception, Caven is the only Anti-Personnel Control Squad member who comes close to being a fully fleshed-out character. She is Kenny’s second-in-command and, essentially, serves as a representative for the rest of the group. Her dedication to Kenny is born out of pure cynicism, as Caven no longer believes the world has anything of value. Consequently, she finds some reason to live by aiding her captain.
Yelena is a complicated figure, and also one that serves an important purpose not only in the story but alsoParadis Island’s trajectory. Born in Marley, Yelena feels no love for her country, and she is inspired by Zeke Jaeger to form the Anti-Marleyan Volunteers.
Along with people like Onyankopon, Yelena defects and joins the Eldians out of a commitment to Zeke. Although Yelena’s backstory proves to be a bit of a sham, she is still important as she gives the Eldians, particularly Armin, the belief that they can prove to the rest of the world that they are not devils. This group serves as an example that peace could theoretically be possible.
Presented as a mirror of Eren, Gabi hails from Marley, where all her life she has thought that anyone from Paradis Island is a devil. Fearless and unflinching in her hatred for the Eldains of the Walls, Gabi’s blunt nature and hard-headedness make her a difficult character to like, although this does change somewhat in the War for Paradis arc.
Rash, stupidly brave, and incredibly gifted, Gabi throws a fascinating wrench intoAttack on Titan’s final arcs. As she gets first-hand experience of life on Paradis Island that challenges her ingrained beliefs about the people who live there,Gabi slowly changes her attitude as she realizes that things are not quite as black and white as she once thought.
Like Gabi, Porco is introduced at the beginning ofAttack on Titan’s season 4. Picked as one of Marley’s Warriors, Porco took over the role of the Jaw Titan following Ymir’s death.
Overconfident in his abilities, Porco has a habit of butting heads with his fellow Warriors, and he has an especially turbulent relationship with Reiner. Porco doesn’t get too much screen time in the anime, but the character’s aggressive personality and strength in battle still manage to shine through.
Another member of Marley’s Warriors, Pieck is the most immediately likable member of the group, courtesy of her easy-going and unassuming nature. As the Cart Titan, Pieck serves a supportive role in her unit, and this is reflected by the character’s strategic approach to combat scenarios.
Kind as she can be outside of battle scenarios, Pieck is not to be underestimated when the going gets tough. She is more than willing to do what is necessary to ensure the safety of her comrades and people. Like all of Marley’s Warriors, she is completely dedicated to her cause, and her life is a small price to pay to ensure the safety and protection of her people.
One of Marley’s Warrior candidates, Colt is expected to become the Beast Titan once Zeke’s time in the role is completed, at least if everything goes to plan. A soldier who is capable on the battlefield and off it, Colt’s brilliant tactical mind has made him indispensable to Marley’s cause, despite his status as an Eldian working against him.
Colt only appears sporadically in part 1 ofAttack on Titan’s season 4, but his role is expanded in part 2.
Falco tends to be overshadowed by the likes of Gabi and his brother, Colt. Not one of Marley’s Warriors and lacking much in the way of physical prowess, Falco is not built to be a fighter, although that doesn’t discourage the child from sticking his neck out if the moment calls for it.
Falco is brave but also slightly naive, as can be seen through his interactions with Kruger. Narratively, Falco serves an important role as he is the most ordinary character introduced in season 4’s perspective change.
Grisha’s complexity and plot relevance did not become apparent untilAttack on Titanwas close to reaching its end, but he proved to be a fascinating character who clearly influenced Eren’s development and mentality. Long before becoming a father, Grisha was an Eldian who lived under Marleyan oppression, and he sought to revolt by participating with the Restorationists. A lot of his early actions were fueled by hatred and, crucially, poor decisions, as Grisha arguably had a knack for making situations far worse for not only himself but also everyone around him.
To his credit, Grisha did change quite a bit after he completely dropped the ball with Zeke, his first son. After destroying that relationship, Grisha took a step back and cut down on his revolutionary tendencies, allowing Eren to be his own person rather than a tool.
Considering she fuels Eren’s reason for living and is at the heart of one ofAttack on Titan’s first memorable scenes, Carla Jaeger tends to be forgotten in the grand scheme of things, coming across as a plot point rather than a fleshed-out character. She is known as simply Eren’s mother, and her death instills a burning hatred in her son that pretty much never subsides.
After appearing in the first episode to be thefirst character to be eaten by a Titan, Carla disappears fromAttack on Titan, only showing up briefly in flashbacks during season 3. The latter segments focus on her relationship with Grisha, showing their early days together and their wedding. Carla is a weird one, as her presence never looms as heavy as it should. Yes, Eren is driven by her death, but he rarely references his mother; consequently, Carla just does not have all that many dimensions to her.
Carla’s devourer was not some random Titan, but rather Grisha’s former wife. While not basking in the spotlight inAttack on Titan, Dina Fritz’s backstory is nevertheless explored simultaneously with Grisha’s, showing that she was part of the Restorationists movement and, naturally,Zeke’s mother. Through short but effective scenes, Dina is presented as a loyal follower who is genuinely in love with her husband and seemingly cares for her child. She also has royal blood.
When the Restorationists are captured, Dina is turned into a Titan, a deeply tragic outcome. Ultimately, she ended up eating Carla, setting Eren down the path that would culminate in him causing the Rumbling.
Rod Reiss is arguably amongAttack on Titan’s most complicated and nuanced characters, despite not getting much time to shine. As Historia’s father and an aide to both theKing and Queen of the Walls, Rod participated in humanity’s subjugation at the hands of the Titans, although he was more of an observer than a direct influence. For the most part, he believed his role was to protect and serve god (the inheritor of the Founding Titan), and he seemed to genuinely want to avoid becoming a Titan himself.
Due to being a fairly minor character, Rod’s legacy is ultimately defined by his final few moments, which see him reduced to a terrified mess who does what he said he would never do. In the face of death, he became a coward.
Arguably the most important figure inAttack on Titan’s history, Ymir Fritz set the stage for most of the events of the anime, both directly and indirectly. That said, very little is known about Ymir as a person or what she accomplished.
More than a thousand years before the anime, Ymir gained the power of the Titans. This ability was abused by Eldia’s king, bringing ruin to Marley. Ymir passed away 13 years after receiving her powers, which were then passed down from generation to generation as the Nine Titans. Ymir is an incredibly tragic character, someone who was turned into a weapon and forced to accept a legacy drenched in blood, sorrow, and death.
Karl Fritz lived prior toAttack on Titan’s present-day events, but the Eldian king is responsible for shaping Eren’s world. After acquiring the empire’s throne and becoming the Founding Titan, Karl decides to bring an end to Eldia’s reign of terror. Allowing a civil war to break out, the king effectively brought the empire to its knees, paving the way for Marley to overwhelm Eldia’s forces.
Karl used this defeat to form Paradis Island, which essentially acted as a prison for his people. Within the walls, Fritz abused his Founding Titan power to keep the populace under his thumb, and he reacted violently to anyone who threatened to rebel.
