In order of mention

Jason Lawson - Lt. of squad 16

UPDF - United Planetary Defense Force - Set up to deal with the increasing violence.

The Shankaries (Shan- car � ies)- A religious fanatical group set on changing the whole universe to their religion.

MAW - Mobile Armored Walker. 3 Story Robots, based on mining and construction robots modified for combat.

Private Anderson � Private in squad 16

Rose Madison � Sergeant of squad 16

Supreme Lord Hudson � leader of the Shankaries, well more of a symbol actually.

Schwarzer Ritter (Black Knight) � Unknown pilot with considerable skill and demeanor.

MAW N-type � A MAW with a nuclear reactor.

Dr M. Biggington � Head Administrator of the UPDF R&D department.