* Physically imposing: "a huge man, shapeless of face, with large, pale eyes, and wide, sloping shoulders"
* Mentally handicapped: "had of a child's intelligence, but a heart of an ogre"
* Kind and gentle: "never malicious"
* Childlike: "had no concept of danger or consequences"
* Loyal to George: "loved George and would do anything for him"
George Milton:
* Small and wiry: "a quick and angry little man"
* Intelligent and capable: "always seemed to be doing everything for Lennie"
* Bitter and cynical: "had seen too much of life and had come to distrust everyone"
* Protective of Lennie: "tried to keep Lennie out of trouble and would defend him if necessary"
* Ultimately doomed: "knew that what would be best for both their would cause his own heartbreak.