Athrun Zala is a fictional character from the anime series Mobile Suit Gundam SEED and its sequel, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny. He is a skilled pilot and a member of the ZAFT military, known for his exceptional abilities in operating mobile suits, particularly the ZGMF-X10A Freedom Gundam. Athrun is the son of Patrick Zala, the leader of ZAFT, and has a complex relationship with his childhood friend, Kira Yamato, who fights for the opposing side. Throughout the series, Athrun grapples with themes of loyalty, friendship, and the consequences of war, making him a deeply developed character.