In comparison to Tartakovsky's other shows where there are multiple characters,
Primal initially only features Spear and Fang in the show as they encounter different prehistoric or fantastical species and various tribes of
hominins. Tartakovsky stated that although the show is a work of fantasy, the prehistoric animals, modern creatures and futuristic beasts in the show are based on real prehistoric animals, as well as some new ones created by the artists involved in the project. and is slowly revived after spending time with the Black River tribe. •
Fang – A teal female
Tyrannosaurus whose hatchlings are killed by the alpha of the same horned tyrannosaur pack that killed Spear's family. Initially, she attempts to assert her
dominance over Spear but eventually learns that it is far healthier to work in a partnership and is willing to do anything to ensure his survival. In season three, Fang was still living in Mira's village with her offspring following Spear's death. She had an unlikely reunion with Spear's zombie form following an attack on Mira's village by a group of
Andrewsarchus. •
Mira (voiced by
Laëtitia Eïdo) – A
virtuous Arabic-speaking
Nubian woman. Enslaved, head-shaved, and
branded with a
scorpion symbol by a
Viking clan, Mira escapes and encounters Spear and Fang, who become her new friends and companions. She proves to be very capable with
archery,
spears,
axes,
carpentry,
helmsmanship, and
cooking. Following Spear's death, Mira gives birth to a hybrid daughter who was fathered by him. In season three, it was shown that Mira was pregnant following Spear's death and had an unlikely reunion with his zombie form after a group of
Andrewsarchus attack her village. (seasons 2–3; guest: season 1)
Recurring Season 1 • '''Spear's family''' – Spear's mate, son, and daughter that were eaten by a pack of horned
tyrannosaurs in the first episode, but reappear through visions and flashbacks across the series. • '''Fang's first brood''' – Fang's first two hatchlings. Like Spear's family, they were eaten in the first episode, but reappear through visions and flashbacks across the series.
Season 2 • The
Chieftain (vocal effects provided by
Fred Tatasciore) – The chieftain of the Viking tribe responsible for abducting Mira's people. He soon seeks revenge on Spear and Fang for decimating his tribe. Following his son Eldar's death, the Chieftain is transformed into a monstrous fiery juggernaut by the demonic entity in order to kill Spear and Fang in exchange for Eldar's soul. The Chieftain badly burns Spear, but fails to kill him and is dragged to the Underworld for his failure. •
Eldar (vocal effects provided by Fred Tatasciore) – The Chieftain's eldest son. He joins his father on their quest for revenge against Spear and Fang for their tribe's destruction. He is killed in battle with Spear, Fang, and Mira. •
Demonic Entity – The unidentified ruler of the fiery Underworld who makes a deal with the Chieftain to have him kill Spear and Fang and bring him their souls in exchange for Eldar's soul. According to Genndy Tartakovsky, the entity is not necessarily a direct reference to any mythological being. •
Red – A male Tyrannosaurus whom Fang encounters, eventually becoming her new friend. However, during his fight with Spear, Red was accidentally killed by Fang, who was trying to stop the two from fighting each other. Later, it was revealed that Red mated with her when she laid a second set of eggs after losing her old ones. •
Kamau (vocal effects provided by Imari Williams) – A
Bantu man who, while naturally peaceful, is also immensely strong. He and many of his fellow towering tribesmen were enslaved by Ima. It is revealed that Ima is holding his daughter Amal hostage which serves as leverage to force him to obey her. Spear, Fang, and Mira later free Kamau and his people who fight back against Ima's forces. Afterwards, Kamau's tribe commandeer the
Colossaeus. •
Amal (vocal effects provided by
Hillary Hawkins) – Kamau's daughter. •
Ima (vocal effects provided by Amina Koroma) – A
vicious Egyptian queen who resides in a large
city-ship called the
Colossaeus which is filled with her warriors and slaves that she uses to raid and loot other kingdoms. She takes pleasure in taking and using what and who people love most and using them as tools to get strong warriors to do her bidding, with the threat of killing what they love as leverage. She would later be killed by Kamau as his tribe takes control of the
Colossaeus. • The
Chief (vocal effects provided by
Dave Fennoy) - The chief of the Nubian tribe and Mira's father. He was separated from Mira when the Vikings attacked some of his people. Spear later returned Mira to him. In season three, the Chief sends Mira, Fang, and some warriors to follow the
Andrewsarchus that abducted some of their tribespeople. (seasons 2–3) •
Spike and
Sonja – Fang's second set of hatchlings that were born after she mated with Red. While one was killed before hatching during a fight with the Egyptians, the other two live to adulthood. In season three, they try to get involved with their mother until she relented following an
Andrewsarchus attack on Mira's village. (seasons 2–3)
Season 3 •
Jabu (vocal effects provided by
Debra Wilson) is a young boy in Mira's village. •
Abu (vocal effects provided by Tre Mosley) is a warrior who accompanies Mira in rescuing their tribespeople from the
Andrewsarchus. He is later killed in an attack by a group of
Paradolichopithecus. •
Lu (vocal effects provided by
Phil LaMarr) is a warrior who accompanies Mira in rescuing their tribespeople from the
Andrewsarchus. He is later killed in an attack by a group of
Paradolichopithecines. •
Black River tribeswoman: The leader of a brutal species of
Drows known as the Black River tribe. She is later killed during a volcanic eruption. == Episodes ==