Huntley Hunter is an intelligent young boy with dark hair and green eyes. He lives with his mother, Carol Hunter, with his absent father implied deceased or missing.

Huntley actively opposes the prohibition banning chocolate and sweets. He collaborates with his best friend, Smudger Moore, frequently initiating plans to bootleg and distribute chocolate, demonstrating leadership and resourcefulness. Huntley recruits allies like Louise Bubby, on whom he has a crush, and other friends to support their efforts.

He operates through a network of allies, including merchants Frankie Crawley, John Blades, and Grandma Bubby, who support the underground chocolate distribution.