Aeneas's first wife and Ascanius's mother, pleads with Aeneas to flee Troy to save their family. When their group is besieged during the flight, Aeneas, in a panic, loses her. He returns to Troy in search of her, but is met by her shade, who urges him to escape so that he can fulfill his destiny to rule a kingdom and win a royal bride.

Creusa

Renowned for his strength, and honored with yearly celebrations by King Evander and his subjects for having slain the monster Cacus.

Hercules

The son of Aeneas with his first wife, Creusa (who dies during the flight from Troy). Also called Iulus, he is a symbol of Aeneas's future. He is a motivating force for Aeneas, and though still a child, demonstrates remarkable courage.

Ascanius

Aeneas's father, for whom Aeneas has a deep love and respect. Dies during the journey, but maintains his role as a wise counselor, appearing in a series of visions and dreams and helping him to determine the most appropriate course of action. In Book VI, guides Aeneas through the Underworld and reveals the future of Rome to his son.

Anchises

The Trojan warrior and best friend of Euryalus, slain while attempting to carry a message to Aeneas.

Nisus

Dido's husband, killed by her brother, Pygmalion. Following his death, Dido pledged never to marry again, but her vow is threatened by the appearance of Aeneas, with whom she falls passionately in love.

Sychaeus

Venus's husband and the god of fire, crafts a set of arms for Aeneas that helps him win the battle against Turnus.

Vulcan

Aeneas's greatest mortal opponent, leader of the Latin warriors. Opposes Latinus's decision to allow the Trojans to settle in Latium, and is angered by Aeneas's pursuit of Lavinia.

Turnus

A Greek warrior who turns himself over to the Trojans and tells them that he has defected to their side and convinces them to bring the wooden horse into the city.

Sinon

A Greek hero of the Trojan War; refuses Turnus's request to aid him in his battle against Aeneas.

Diomedes