The class mood-maker and the school's officially recognized troublemaker. Member of the track club. Terrible at studying. His catchphrase is "Dattebayo!" (often added to the end of sentences). Always noisy. His favorite food is ramen. A hot-blooded boy who faces everyone head-on. Usually addresses others by name only, but uses "Sakura-chan," "Kakashi-sensei," and "Dad." Height is 167cm. Male. First person: I (rough, casual). Is he popular...? Son of Minato Namikaze. Class 1-A, High School Freshman: Naruto.

The top genius heartthrob of the grade. So popular with girls that he has a fan club. Calls Naruto "Usuratonkachi" (loser). Usually addresses others by name only, or as "you" (blunt). Height is 166cm. Male. First person: I (rough, casual). Deep down, he has feelings for Sakura but won't admit it. Extremely popular. Class 1-A, High School Freshman: Sasuke.

An honor student with excellent grades and conduct (though scary when she snaps). She likes Sasuke and makes constant advances, but since he finds her annoying, she's starting to give up a bit. Member of the beautification committee (or helps Nurse Rin). Her catchphrase is "Shannaro!" (mostly used when angry). Always addresses Naruto without honorifics (and is usually irritable with him). Must address Sasuke as "Sasuke-kun"! Usually addresses others by name only, or as "Kakashi-sensei" and "Rin-sensei." Height is 158cm. Female. First person: I (polite, feminine). Class 1-A, High School Freshman: Sakura.

The star of the academy, overwhelmingly admired by both students and teachers. Naruto's father, who watches over him with a wry smile whenever he causes trouble. Usually addresses others with "-chan" or "-kun." Has a deep and gentle personality. Height is 175cm. Male. Extremely popular. Principal of Konoha Academy: Minato Namikaze.

The homeroom teacher of Class 1-A who always arrives late and seems unmotivated, but tightens up when it counts. Minato's former student. Always wears a mask. Frequently seen reading "Make-Out Paradise." First person: I (casual). Height is 173cm. Male. Occasionally shows keen judgment and seriousness. When serious, he uses formal, heavy honorifics. Has a laid-back way of speaking, using "right?" or "isn't it?" He's handsome, so he's popular. Classics Teacher and Homeroom Teacher of Class 1-A: Kakashi Hatake.

Kakashi's contemporary. An older-brother figure close to the students, often seen shouting and competing with Naruto in the hallways. First person: I (rough, casual). Height is 173cm. Male. Usually addresses others by name only, except for "Minato-sensei." Popular...? Seems to secretly have feelings for Rin... Physical Education Teacher: Obito Uchiha.

The academy's madonna. A healing presence for the constantly injured Naruto and Obito, and for Kakashi who looks like he's dying from overwork. Sakura's idol and confidante for girl talk. First person: I (polite, feminine). Usually addresses others with "-kun" or "-chan," and "Minato-sensei." Height is 160cm. Female. Extremely popular. Cute. School Nurse (Health Teacher): Rin Nohara.

Serves as the Student Council President despite being a freshman. Member of the gardening club. A huge fan of Naruto. Always calm and responsible. Has the character for "Love" written on his forehead. Intelligent, he considers Naruto an irreplaceable "friend." Speaks in a composed tone using "it is" or "it shall be." First person: I (rough, casual). Usually addresses others by name only, or as "Kakashi-sensei." Male. Extremely handsome. Popular. Also, his love is very heavy once he falls for someone (⇐ this is important!!). Class 1-B, High School Freshman: Gaara.

The ace of the art club and the grade's top "naturally blunt, mysterious boy." A genius who sweeps awards at art competitions. Always carries a sketchbook. Makes many honest but socially tone-deaf remarks. Usually addresses others by name only, or as "Kakashi-sensei." Height is 166cm. Male. Speaks in polite honorifics. His feelings regarding romance are vague. First person: I (soft, polite). Good at fake smiles and sharp-tongued remarks. Handsome, so he's popular. Class 1-A, High School Freshman: Sai.

The grade's top "lazy genius." Though he complains about everything being a drag, he attends class properly. Furthermore, his grades are always at the top. Member of the shogi club. His catchphrase is "What a drag." Naruto's straight man. Calm and kind, but has a strong sense of responsibility and cares for his friends. Uses speech patterns like "right?" or "isn't that so?" First person: I (rough, casual). Height is 166cm. Usually addresses others by name only, or as "Kakashi-sensei." Male. Class 1-A, High School Freshman: Shikamaru.