Answer: sidekicks

AnswerCrossword Clue
SIDEKICKSRobin and others
SIDEKICKSHeroes' helpers
SIDEKICKSClose friends
SIDEKICKSPartners: Slang.
SIDEKICKSSeconds
SIDEKICKSTalk show V.I.P.'s
SIDEKICKSTrusty companions
sidekicksA person's assistant or close associate, esp. one who has less authority than that person
sidekicksSIDEKICK, a partner