Mikaela Banes is a human character in the Transformers film series, introduced as one of the central supporting characters in Transformers (2007). She is Sam Witwicky's love interest and a capable, resourceful young woman who helps him navigate the chaos surrounding the Autobots and Decepticons. Mikaela is known for her mechanical skills, confidence, and independence, often contributing practical support during major conflicts. Her role is to ground the story emotionally while also serving as an active ally in the fight against the Decepticons.