Avan Hardins (アバン・ハーデンス Aban Hādensu?) is the main protagonist of Valkyria Chronicles 2 and chair of Class G. Avan was the only character in the game who could act as any class, making him the most tactically flexible unit in Class G. Avan could also issue orders if deployed. Finally, Avan could not be hospitalized - if forced to withdraw, Avan would immediately return after battle.