~universam~

The "Universam" gang (The Boys) Coat - Andrey Vasiliev Adidas - Vladimir (Vova) Suvorov Adidas Jr. (often just Marat on the street) - Marat Suvorov Winter - Vakhit Zimaletdinov Turbo - Valery (Valera) Turkin Kashchei - Nikita Koshcheev (former leader of "Universam") Yeralash - Mikhail (Misha) Tilkin (deceased member Other key characters Aigul - Aigul Akhmerova (Marat's girlfriend) Yellow - Vadim Zheltukhin (leader of the hostile group "Household Services") Irina Sergeevna - Irina Sergeevna Polyakova (juvenile affairs inspector) Ildar Yunusovich - Ildar Yunusovich Akhmerov (police major) Leaders and elders Vova Adidas (Vladimir Suvorov), a charismatic leader who returned from the war in Afghanistan, tries to instill a "code of honor" and justice in the gang. He wields authority, but his principles often crumble under the harsh reality of street law. Kashchei (Nikita Koshcheev), the former leader of the "Universam" gang. Cunning, cynical, and selfish. He prefers to solve problems with money and connections, often breaking the rules of the gang for personal gain, which causes him to lose the gang's trust. The core ("Super") Winter (Vakhit Zimaletdinov) is one of the most cool-headed and level-headed guys. He rarely gives in to emotions and acts strictly according to the instructions of his superiors. He's a reliable fighter who keeps his word and doesn't betray his own. Turbo (Valery Turkin) is a principled, tough, and impulsive idealist who adheres to the rules of the street. For him, "boyish principles" are paramount. He readily displays cruelty and often initiates harsh punishments within the gang. Juniors ("Shell") Coat (Andrey Vasiliev) A newcomer to the gang. A former model music school student. Under the influence of the street, he quickly hardens, proves his courage in fights, and rises from a "chushpan" to an authoritative junior member. Marat Suvorov (Adidas Jr.) is Vova's younger brother. Bold, hot-tempered, but loyal. He is the one who brings Andrei to the streets. He later faces a severe internal crisis, torn between the rules of the gang and his feelings for the girl he loves. Yeralash (Misha Tilkin) Good-natured