Protagonists
Meet Franklin Clinton, Michael De Santa, and Trevor Philips, the three protagonists who drive the story of GTA V with their unique backgrounds and skills.
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Antagonists in GTA V are the main adversaries opposing the protagonists, featuring a variety of dangerous and memorable foes.
Crew
Crew members are essential allies who assist the protagonists in executing heists and other missions in GTA V.
Strangers & Freaks
Strangers are unique, often eccentric, characters encountered throughout Los Santos, offering side missions and additional storylines.
Supporting
Supporting characters in GTA V enrich the storyline by interacting with the protagonists and influencing their journeys.
About Protagonists
In Grand Theft Auto V, players assume the roles of three distinct protagonists: Franklin Clinton, Michael De Santa, and Trevor Philips. Each character brings their own unique perspective and skills to the game's narrative, providing a diverse and engaging experience.
Franklin Clinton is a young street hustler looking to make a name for himself in Los Santos. Michael De Santa is a retired bank robber living a luxurious but unfulfilled life in witness protection, while Trevor Philips is a volatile and unpredictable former military pilot with a penchant for chaos.
The intertwined stories of these protagonists create a dynamic and compelling narrative that explores themes of crime, ambition, and redemption. Players can switch between the characters to experience different aspects of the storyline and utilize each protagonist's unique abilities in missions.