Squall is an introverted and taciturn teenager who keeps his distance from those who would otherwise be considered his friends. Though withdrawn, Squall does not back away from his duties of protecting others and is often thrown into the role of leadership. Squall ensures that what is necessary for the mission's success gets done. His pragmatism and sense of responsibility lead others to trust and follow him, even though everyone agrees that Squall has a hard time opening up.