"BEASTARS" is a story serialized in Weekly Shonen Champion that depicts the lives of anthropomorphized carnivores and herbivores. It depicts friendship and love that transcends species, and the occurrence of irreconcilable conflicts, giving it a somewhat human feel. In this article, we'll focus on Legoshi, the protagonist of "BEASTARS," and take a closer look at the character. We'll introduce what other characters he interacts with and what kind of battle scenes he features, so be sure to read until the end.
BEASTARS Legoshi Profile
Legoshi, the protagonist of "BEASTARS," is a carnivorous gray wolf. He is a second-year high school student at Cherryton Academy, where the story takes place, and a member of the drama club's art team. He is seen by those around him as an unapproachable, strange animal. At the beginning of the story, he quietly and matter-of-factly fulfills his role, but after meeting the rabbit Haru and going through various experiences, he begins to reveal his suppressed true self.
What kind of personality does he have?
Legoshi has a quiet, unassuming personality. He also has a complex about being a carnivore and wishes to remain harmless. However, after meeting Haru, he begins to wonder whether his feelings for her are love or just his carnivorous instincts. Furthermore, as he experiences various things, he begins to express emotions such as anger, showing significant growth compared to the beginning of the story.
Who is Legoshi's family?
Legoshi's mother committed suicide, so his only remaining family member is his Komodo dragon, Gosha. He hadn't seen Gosha for a long time, but after he dropped out of school following the incident with Liz, Gosha came to visit him and they were reunited. Legoshi harbored some resentment toward Gosha, suspecting it might have something to do with his mother's suicide. Legoshi sometimes regrets being harsh towards Gosha, and the two do not have a particularly good relationship.
The Inspired Person
Legoshi, the protagonist of "BEASTARS," is inspired by a real person: Bela Lugosi, a Romanian actor who was active in the United States. While all the characters in the series have Western-style names, Legoshi is the only one with an Eastern European name. This makes sense when you realize that his name is derived from a Romanian actor. As an aside, Bela Lugosi is also an actor who rose to fame after playing Dracula.
Legoshi's Friends and Companions in "BEASTARS"
"BEASTARS" features a variety of animals who support Legoshi and provide him with strength. Here are five characters with particularly strong relationships. Each character plays an important role in the story, so please check out the information about Legoshi and his friends.
Jack, the Only One Who Understands Legoshi
Jack is a golden retriever who lives with Legoshi. Their families lived next door to each other, making them childhood friends. Highly intelligent, he achieved top academic results at school. However, his wolf-like nature is still fading, which sometimes leads to conflicts with Legoshi, a gray wolf. The two later come to understand each other, and Louis is shown to be particularly concerned about Legoshi, who is often misunderstood by those around him.
Louis: A Dazzling Presence
Louis is the head actor of Legoshi's drama club, and is a red deer. Despite being a herbivore, he possesses great charisma, leading Legoshi to respect him and call him a "future Beastar." However, Louis believes that herbivores are preyed upon by carnivores, which in itself causes him a strong complex. As a result, he is often shown to be irritated by Legoshi and to scold him harshly.
He and Haru are attracted to each other
The dwarf rabbit Haru is a key character who significantly changes Legoshi. The two first met when Legoshi was on guard duty and nearly ate Haru, who approached him in the dark. Legoshi felt guilty about nearly killing Haru and tried to distance himself from her, but contrary to his wishes, they became deeply involved. As they shared many stories, they began to feel drawn to each other.
Juno, a Gray Wolf
Juno is a gray wolf like Legoshi, a first-year high school student who is a member of the drama club. The two first became deeply involved when Legoshi saved Juno from being harassed by delinquents. In fact, Juno had had feelings for Legoshi for some time, and her feelings only grew stronger after Legoshi saved her from a difficult situation. However, Legoshi seems to ignore him and is at the mercy of his naive behavior.
Gohin, the kind and caring doctor
Gouhin, a giant panda, is a doctor who runs a black market psychiatric clinic. He also seems to be involved in carnivorous animal hunting, and Legoshi and Gohin share a relationship that could be described as master and disciple. While he may appear intimidating and violent, he is actually very caring, which is why Legoshi adores him. In preparation for his fight against Riz, the perpetrator of the Tem cannibalism case, Legoshi trains under Gohin, and shows such growth that it astonishes Gohin.
Battle between Legoshi and Riz in "BEASTARS"
In "BEASTARS," a carnivorous animal's predation of a herbivore escalates into a major incident. Suspicion falls on the taciturn and easily misunderstood Legoshi, but this is quickly cleared. Legoshi discovers that Riz is the culprit, and the two engage in a fierce battle. This article introduces Legoshi vs. Riz, one of the series' most dramatic battles.
A Battle for the Power to Transcend the Barriers of Different Species
The cannibalism incident that occurred early in "BEASTARS" also significantly impacted Legoshi's growth. Liz understood and accepted the horror of carnivores from Liz, but she was overcome with rage and killed him. This led Liz to believe that "true friendship that transcends species can only be built through predation." However, Legoshi, after meeting Haru, came to believe that "love transcends the barriers of different species." The two, with their conflicting views, decided to duel, putting their feelings for herbivores on the line and going all out.
Legosi devours Louis's right leg in a fierce battle
There was a huge difference in strength between Legoshi and Riz. Liz was a brown bear, naturally powerful, and even Legoshi, who had trained under Gohin, was no match for her. Louis, who had escaped from the Shishi-gumi, rushed to the scene and forced Legoshi to devour his right leg. This awakened Legoshi, and he went on to fight Riz on equal terms. Eventually, the duel ended with Riz admitting defeat, overwhelmed by the bond between carnivores and herbivores.
Despite defeating Riz, he was suspended for predation.
Legoshi narrowly emerged victorious, but the act of carnivores preying on herbivores was a major problem. Not only did he have a criminal record for cannibalism, but he was also subject to various restrictions on herbivores. After his duel with Riz, Legoshi dropped out of school and began living alone, but he suffered withdrawal symptoms every night from eating meat. However, once he realized he was a "pervert who loved herbivores," his withdrawal symptoms miraculously subsided, and he was able to live a normal life.
Summary
Legosi, the protagonist of "BEASTARS," initially behaves quietly, but after meeting Haru, he begins to come out into the open. His journey through numerous events and incidents, growing stronger both physically and mentally, is a must-see. Above all, Legoshi is blessed with wonderful companions, so his interactions with them are sure to garner attention. It's intriguing to see how he will grow and become stronger.
