Main Characters:
* Luke Skywalker: A young Jedi Knight who is still training under Yoda. He faces crucial decisions and confronts his past.
* Han Solo: A smuggler who is reluctantly drawn into the Rebel Alliance. He must choose between loyalty and personal gain.
* Princess Leia Organa: A leader of the Rebel Alliance, she uses her cunning and political skills to fight the Empire.
* Darth Vader: The main antagonist and Luke's father, he seeks to crush the Rebellion and turn Luke to the dark side.
* Yoda: A wise Jedi Master who trains Luke in the ways of the Force.
* Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi Master who guides Luke through the Force, even in death.
Supporting Characters:
* Chewbacca: A Wookiee co-pilot and Han Solo's best friend.
* C-3PO: A protocol droid who often worries about the group's safety.
* R2-D2: An astromech droid who is crucial to the Rebel Alliance's mission.
* Lando Calrissian: A charismatic gambler who owns Cloud City and helps the Rebels.
* Admiral Ackbar: A Mon Calamari admiral who leads the Rebel fleet.
* Boba Fett: A bounty hunter hired by Darth Vader to capture Han Solo.
* Imperial Officers: A variety of Imperial officials who serve Darth Vader and the Emperor.
New Characters Introduced in "The Empire Strikes Back":
* Yoda: A small, green Jedi Master who lives in the Dagobah swamp.
* Lando Calrissian: A suave and cunning gambler who owns Cloud City.
* Boba Fett: A fearsome bounty hunter known for his Mandalorian armor.
* Admiral Ackbar: A skilled Mon Calamari admiral who leads the Rebel fleet.
This is not an exhaustive list, as "The Empire Strikes Back" features many other characters, both named and unnamed, who contribute to the story.