The idealized version of Jin as a White boy, representing Jin's struggle with cultural identity and his desires to fit into mainstream culture.

An immigrant from Taiwan who is comfortable with his Asian identity and becomes one of Jin's best friends, sharing interests like playing with transformer toys.

A mythological figure from Chinese folklore with great strength, struggling to accept his true identity and finding enlightenment through understanding himself.

The exaggerated stereotype of a Chinese character, embodying cultural caricatures in bold and unselfconscious ways, causing discomfort to those he interacts with.

A Japanese American classmate and friend of Jin, wrongly assumed to be related to him, who also becomes Wei-Chen's romantic interest.

The White classmate Jin has a crush on, who appreciates kindness and considers going on a date with Jin after hearing about his good qualities from Wei-Chen.

A White classmate of Jin's who initially appears to be an ally by defending Jin from bullies but later asks Jin to stay away from Amelia due to social perceptions.

The creator of the universe, acting as a benevolent power who observes and intervenes in the lives of deities and humans, emphasizing the Monkey King’s need for self-acceptance.

A kind and compassionate monk whose humility and understanding of destiny inspire the Monkey King to free himself from rage and ego.