Nanoha is an ordinary nine year old girl that answered a call of help from an injured ferret.
Fate Testarossa (フェイト・テスタロッサ, Feito Tesutarossa)
Voiced by: Nana Mizuki (Japanese); Jennifer Alyx (English)
A mysterious blonde haired magical girl, that Nanoha encounters in her search for the Jewel Seeds, referred to by Nanoha as having "sad, lonely eyes". In the series, she surprises her by being another magical girl just like Nanoha. Her surname is derived from the Ferrari Testarossa.
Hayate is a wheelchair-bound orphan, who in the series is under the care of the Wolkenritter (German for Cloud-knights), though they kept their battles from her. She is aware that the completion of the Book of Darkness will grant her vast power, but does not want to obtain it at the expense of the lives of others.
A main protagonist of Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha ViVid. In Striker S, she was found with a relic and rescued by Caro and Erio. She and Nanoha became fond of each other. Later in the series Nanoha has taken her in and Fate helps take care of her. Named after the Subaru Vivio.
A user of Kaiser Arts that had given herself the name of the previous Sankt Kaiser, Heidi E. S. Ingvalt (ハイデイ・E・S・イングヴアルト, Haidei E S Inguvaruto). She picked street fights in order to prove that Hegemon's strength is the greatest of all Belkan warriors. Like Vivio, she has heterochromia and possesses both a child form and an adult form. Her surname is derived from the Lancia Stratos.
A main protagonist of ViVid Strike!. A childhood best friend of Rinne from the orphanage where the two of them grew up together. After she is apprenticed by Einhart, she becomes more calm and relaxed but still wants to get stronger so she can fight alongside Rinne. Nevertheless, Fuka is gracious towards her fighting skilled seniors despite some of them being a few years younger than her. Her surname is derived from the Lamborghini Reventon.
A student at Bulgheroni Academy. She was adopted by the Berlinetta family after she was orphaned for unknown reasons; Rinne and her friend Fuka stayed at the same orphanage during their childhood, which is also the place where they spent the first years of their lives at.
A male protagonist of Magical Record Lyrical Nanoha Force. A freelance archaeologist from the planet Vaizen, who travels various places with his camera device, Steed. His surname is derived from the Nissan Avenir.
Voiced by: Kaori Mizuhashi (Japanese); Marin Miller (English)
Yūno is a magic-user from Midchilda and is the same age as Nanoha. Despite his young age, he worked as an archaeologist and discovered a set of ancient and powerful artifacts (the magical term for this is Lost Logia) known as the Jewel Seeds.
Lindy, the kind-spirited captain of the spaceship Arthra (アースラ, Āsura), works for the Time-Space Administration Bureau. She enjoys drinking green tea with sugar (and sometimes cream) added, which is ironic given her appreciation of Japanese culture. She adopts Fate at some point after A's.
Amy also works on the Arthra, and is a good friend to Chrono and Lindy. She is an officer cadet, often tasked with research and intelligence gathering, which are apparently her specialties.
Unlike in Triangle Heart, his role in Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha is relatively minor. He is Nanoha's older brother, who is in the process of training Miyuki.
Miyuki Takamachi (高町 美由希, Takamachi Miyuki)
Voiced by: Ryoko Shiraishi (Japanese); Miley Yamamoto (English)
Miyuki, like her brother, is also a lead character of Triangle Hearts and is similarly proficient with swords. Though appearing a small number of times, it is evident that everything save her age and profession has been left unchanged from Triangle Heart.
Nanoha's father. He may have the magical aptitude like his youngest daughter.[citation needed] He owns and works at the Midori-ya (翠屋, Midori ya) cafe but also coaches a kid's soccer team. He used to be a bodyguard.
Momoko Takamachi (高町 桃子, Takamachi Momoko)
Voiced by: Erika Amano (Japanese); Michelle Ann Dunphy (English)
Nanoha's mother. She works at the Midoriya cafe with her husband.
Voiced by: Nana Mizuki (Japanese); Jennifer Alyx (English)
In all of Fate's memories of the past, before her mother went insane, her name was Alicia. Alicia is Precia's biological daughter. They lived a happy life until Alicia died at the age of five, driving her mother insane.
Alisa is an outspoken, dog-loving Anglophone and multimillionaire heiress, who gets angry when people keep secrets from her. Like Suzuka, she is a friend of Nanoha Takamachi and (in A's) Fate Testarossa.
Shinobu is Suzuka's older sister and appears to be in the early stages of a relationship with Kyōya, which he appears to be unwilling to admit.
Noel K. Ehrlichkeit (ノエル・K・エーアリヒカイト, Noeru K Ēarihikaito)
Voiced by: Hyo-sei (Japanese); Laura Siegel (English)
Noel is the head maid of the Tsukimura household. Nanoha looks up to her as a cool, older sister figure. Noel appears to be human rather than mechanical (Triangle Heart's Noel), as she has a younger sister named Farin, who is Suzuka's personal maid.
Farin K. Ehrlichkeit (ファリン・K・エーアリヒカイト, Farin K Ēarihikaito)
Voiced by: Asuka Tanii (Japanese); Michelle Ann Dunphy (English)
Also called Farin. She is Noel's younger sister and Suzuka's personal maid. She is seemingly fairly clumsy, almost dropping a plate full of cookies and tea when Yuuno and a kitten run underfoot.
Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's
In A's, most of the characters from the prequel remain, with the addition of several others, mainly Hayate Yagami.
Shamal, being Yūno's counterpart, does not actually fight, but uses her ring devices to defend, create portals, absorb victims' Linker Cores into the Book of Darkness, and the like. Her name is derived from the Maserati Shamal.
Vita (ヴィータ, Vīta)
Voiced by: Asami Sanada (Japanese); Elizabeth Rick (English)
Her armed device is Graf Eisen (voiced by Tetsuya Kakihara in German).
A hot-tempered young redhead with a complex about her rabbit hat and armour, as they were given by Hayate. She is known as the Hammer Knight. Her name is derived from the Opel Vita.
Head of the precision engineering section of the TSAB Main Branch Engineering Division, she is responsible for working on Nanoha and Fate's devices. She is named for the Mazda Atenza.
She is simply credited as Doctor Ishida (石田医師, Ishida Ishi) in the television episodes. She works at Uminari University Hospital and is in charge of neurology. She is a skilled doctor, both kind and strict as a person, and is in charge of Hayate. She is very concerned for her well-being.
In Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Gear Of Destiny, she was known as Manipulator Of Time (時の操手, Toki No Sōshu). Her and her family's surname is derived from the Isuzu Florian.
He and Elenoa, his childhood friend and wife, continuously research on how to save their dying planet. However, he has been suffering from illness for a few years and hence his life is in danger by the time of the story.
In Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Battle Of Aces, she was known as Material-D (マテリアル－D, Materiaru Dī) and Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Gear Of Destiny, her name known as Lord Dearche (ロード・ディアーチェ, Rōdo Diāche).
In Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Battle Of Aces, she was known as Material-L (マテリアル－Ｌ, Materiaru Eru) and Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Gear Of Destiny, her name known as Levi The Slasher (レヴィ・ザ・スラッシャー, Revi Za Surasshā).
Stern Of Annihilation (殲滅のシュテル, Senmetsu No Shuteru)
In Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Battle Of Aces, she was known as Material-S (マテリアル－S, Materiaru Esu) and Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's Portable: The Gear Of Destiny, her name known as Stern The Destructor (シュテル・ザ・デストラクター, Shuteru Za Desutorakutā).
Other characters
Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS
Mobile Section 6/Riot Force 6
Forward Unit
Nanoha, Fate, Vita and Signum serve as part of the Forward Unit of Mobile Section 6 (callsigns Stars 1, Lightning 1, Stars 2, and Lightning 2 respectively) but are not listed to prevent repeat entries.
This young girl is a B-Ranked Mage who uses the Modern Belka magic system and a member of the Forward Stars, a squad led by Nanoha and Vita. Her call sign is Stars 3. Her outward appearance is that of a cheerful girl with boyish shortcut hair.
Teana is a B-Ranked user of Mid-Childa magic, and a member of the Forward Stars. Her call sign is Stars 4. Teana met Subaru 3 years prior to the events of the series when the two were cadets, and the two have been teamed-up together ever since. Named after the Nissan Teana.
His armed device is Strada (voiced by Tetsuya Kakihara) in German and English.
The "Guard Wing" of the Lighting forwards, Erio is a Modern Belka Knight and a B-Ranked Mage. His call sign is Lightning 3. Erio was a young boy who taken in by Fate when he was younger, though he was officially adopted by Lindy Harlaown and was raised at the TSAB protection facility until he was eight. Among the newcomers, Erio is the fastest. His surname is derived from the Ferrari Mondial.
Fate T. Harlaown became her guardian after sad circumstances left Caro with no place to live, and Caro comes to see her as an older sister but while in the Mobile Six her view of Fate changed into being a mother. Wherever she goes, Caro is usually accompanied by her pet dragon, Friedrich (or Fried, for short). Her name is a combination of the Mazda Carol and the Mazda Luce.
Friedrich (フリードリヒ, Furīdorihi)
Friedrich is Caro's dragon companion, whom she has had since he was hatched. Though Caro is a Dragon Summoner, Fried (as he is called) is not actually a summoned being but a real dragon. Caro is able to summon a larger body for Fried with the "Dragon Soul Summon" spell. Friedrich is also known as the Silver Flying Dragon (白銀の飛竜, Hakugin no Hiryū).
Voltaire (ヴォルテール, Vorutēru)
Voltaire is Caro's guardian dragon, the Black Fire Dragon (黒き火竜, Kuroki Hi Ryū). He was first mentioned by name in episode 10, and is said in the Striker S manga to be Caro's trump card.
Long Arch
Hayate is the commander of Mobile Section 6 and its administrative section called "Long Arch", but is not listed here to prevent repeat entries. The same applies to Shamal and Zafira, who are members of Long Arch.
Hayate's Unison Device, born from fragments of the original Reinforce. She is often referred to by the nickname "Rein". Rein serves as Hayate's adviser, and is also sent out to the battlefield to provide assistance on occasion. In keeping with the German nature of the Wolkenritter, her full name is pronounced "Reinforce Zwei."
Griffith Lowran (グリフィス・ロウラン, Gurifisu Rōran)
Voiced by: Hitoshi Yanai
Hayate's Second-in-Command in Long Arch as well as the son of TSAB Admiral Leti Lowran. He has known Nanoha, Fate and Hayate for some time and is childhood friends with fellow MS6 member Shario Finieno. He is allegedly named for the TVR Griffith.
Alto and Lucino are members of MS6's communications staff, serving as subordinates to Shario. They are named, respectively, for the Suzuki Alto and Nissan Lucino.
Subaru's father and a one time teacher of Hayate's, though Hayate has since passed Genya in rank. The Major is commander of the Ground Forces Unit 108, a ground-based unit for criminal investigation.
This Lieutenant General is the chief representative of the Capital City Defense Forces and a member of the TSAB Ground forces. Named after the Toyota HiAce Regius.
Tiida Lanster (ティーダ・ランスター, Tīda Ransutā)
Voiced by: ?
Teana's older brother. Tiida, 11 years older than Teana, raised her after their parents' death in an accident. Her name is derived from the Nissan Tiida.
A Belkan Bug Summoner. Lutecia travels with Zest and Agito. The 3 work with Scaglietti on getting Relics, but Lutecia is only of the 3 that trusts Scaglietti and his Numbers. Zest and Agito have tried to convince that Scaglietti isn't worth trusting, but have been unsuccessful as Lutecia views Scaglietti as a kind man. Her name is derived from the Renault Lutecia.
Zest's servants
These are people who are seen with Zest and assist him.
Agito (アギト)
Voiced by: Mami Kameoka
Zest and Lutecia rescued an Ancient Belkan Unison Device without a master, Agito, from rogue scientists who were experimenting on her.
Garyu
One of Lutecia's many insect summons. Unlike the others his size is closest to a human.
Hakutenou
A large humanoid-form insect. He first appears in episode 24 and is the equivalent to Caro's Voltaire.
Numbers
The Numbers (ナンバーズ, Nanbāzu) are Jail Scaglietti's personal task force, they are all "combat cyborgs" (戦闘機人 Sentoukijin).[1]
Uno (ウーノ, Ūno)
Voiced by: Eriko Kigawa
The oldest of the Numbers, has been Scaglietti's accomplice in many incidents. Her IS (Inherent Skill) allows her to obtain and process data without making use of conventional means, hence being undetectable. She also received mental implants to optimize her Intel management and general mental reflexes. In a battle her role is similar to that of an AWACS unit, taking charge of the communication between units and data gathering.
Due (ドゥーエ, Dūe)
Voiced by: Ai Matayoshi
The second member of the Numbers was designed while having in mind the need to produce a unit capable of performing long-term infiltration missions in an independent fashion.
Tre (トーレ, Tōre)
Voiced by: Eriko Kigawa
Although she is the third Number to be created, she is as old and experienced as Uno and Due. Her 'IS' are energy wings that forcefully accelerates her body's movements and that doubles as blades for mêlée combat.
Although designated with the number '5', Cinque was first activated shortly before Quattro. Her 'IS' allows her to transfer energy into any metal that she touches and transform them into explosives. This ability is typically applied in her Stinger throwing knives. The Shell Coat that she wears is a defensive device with Barrier and AMF capabilities.
Still a fairly recently born Number by the time of StrikerS, Nove is an offensive-type fighter with a combat style that focuses in high-speed movement and kicking attacks.
A hyperactive and mischievous girl, Wendi holds a position similar that of a guard wing in the Numbers formation due to the wide range of mobility granted by her Inherent Equipment and her superior marksmanship, which she is particularly proud of.
Along with Otto and Sette, this dual sword wielder was one of the last Numbers to be completed. She and Otto were created while using the same genetic material as a basis.
The late mother of Ginga and Subaru Nakajima. She once worked with Zest Grangaitz and Megane Alpine investigating an incident involving Combat Cyborgs, but was killed in the incident. Her name is derived from the Honda Quint.
The mother of Lutecia Alpine. She once worked with Zest Grangaitz and Quint Nakajima investigating an incident involving Combat Cyborgs. Her first name is derived from the Renault Megane and her surname references Automobiles Alpine.
A contemporary of the Sankt Kaiser, who has been in stasis since that era. She is discovered and rescued by Subaru during the Sound Stage Xradio drama.
Originally from Midchilda, Isis was working as a tailor in a city on Ruwella when she encountered Thoma and Lily. Named after the Toyota Isis.
Huckebein Family
A group of Eclipse Drivers who essentially work as a crime family.
Curren Huckebein (カレン・フッケバイン, Karen Fukkebain)
The leader of Huckebein family and the owner of a white Book of Silver Cross. Seemingly a mischievous and energetic young lady, this is actually all an act to hide her true, sadistic nature. Named after the Toyota Curren.
Veyron (ヴェイロン, Veiron)
A member of the Huckebein family and the owner of the EC Divider, code 928. He is a foul-mouthed man who develops something of a rivalry with Thoma, constantly belittling him for his weakness. Named after the Bugatti Veyron.
Cypha (サイファー, Saifā)
A member of the Huckebein family and the owner of the EC Divider, code 944. She develops a rivalry with Signum after facing each other in successive battles. Named after the WiLL Cypha.
Fortis (フォルティス, Forutisu)
A member of the Huckebein family. He serves as the group's second-in-command and handles most of its organizational tasks. Named after the Mitsubishi Galant Fortis.
DeVille (ドゥビル, DuBiru)
A member of the Huckebein family and the owner of the EC Divider, code 695. He is a stoic man who acts as the group's muscle. Named after the Cadillac DeVille.
Arnage (アルナージ, Arunāji)
A member of the Huckebein family and the owner of the EC Divider, code 718. She serves as the group's gunner and heavy-artillery expert. Named after the Bentley Arnage.
Stella Irvine (ステラ・アーバイン, Sutera Ābain)
A member of Huckebein family and the skipper of the Esquad Huckebein airship. She is the group's youngest member, being just a child, and her Esquad essentially serves as their base of operations. Named after the Subaru Stella.
Sonica Lilian (ソニカ・リーリャン, Sonika Rīryan)
An associate of Huckebein family. Though a simple fortuneteller by trade, she can read others' minds on touch and is thus often hired as an interrogator. Named after the Daihatsu Sonica.
Rosalia (ロザリア, Rozaria)
A humanoid Reactor, like Lily-Strosek. She gets taken in by the Huckebein after they defeat her abusive former Driver.
Grendel Gang
A small group of thugs operating in Midchilda who became Eclipse Drivers with dreams of making it big, only to easily be defeated by Nanoha and Co.
Kurt Grendel (カート・グレンデル, Kāto Gurenderu)
The leader of Grendel Gang. He is a hyperactive young man with dreams of becoming a mafia boss.
Mariya Ranevskaya (マリーヤ・ラネスカヤ, Marīya Ranesukaya)
The sniper of Grendel Gang. She sharp-tongued young lady who often acts as the group's straight man, calling out her teammates' stupidity.
Lolo Endive (ロロ・アンディーブ, Roro Andību)
The courier of Grendel Gang. She is a hyperactive young lady who seemingly has a crush on Kurt and thus often goes along with his crazy ideas.
Quinn Garland (クイン・ガーランド, Kuin Gārando)
The swordswoman of Grendel Gang and the owner of the EC Divider, code VG4. While trying to act as a stoic young lady, she is actually a tsundere.
