About “Beastars” in a few words:

Beastars is a popular Japanese anime and manga series that explores the complex relationships between a diverse cast of anthropomorphic animals, including carnivores and herbivores, in a society that mirrors our own. The story follows the timid grey wolf Legoshi as he navigates his way through high school and grapples with his own identity, while also dealing with issues of prejudice, romance, and the dark underbelly of society. With its stunning animation, engaging characters, and thought-provoking themes, Beastars has captivated audiences worldwide.

Meet the characters from Beastars

Louis

Louis is the dramatic, impossible-to-ignore figure who basically runs the social scene with a statue-like jaw and a plan for everything (and I mean everything). He’s proud, unbearably polished on the outside, and secretly juggling a mess of doubts — like the kind of person who has a color-coded schedule but cries into a tie at midnight. He wants respect and control and will carve out a kingdom with a glare, yet there’s this weird tenderness under the armor that sneaks out in tiny, selfish little moments. Also I swear he has a ridiculous soft spot for bad tea and collects antique napkins? Don’t ask me why.

Rokume

Rokume is that oddball elder who gives off grandpa-energy and yet has the temperament of a storm; wise, cryptic, and probably humming ancient songs while making threats. He shows up in the background doing the small, quietly necessary things — teaching, patching up bruises, dropping one-line truths that haunt you later (I always forget how many lines of wisdom he actually gave). He’s gruff but there’s an almost dorky fondness for tiny rituals — tea at 3 p.m., a strangely curated hat collection — and then he’s gone, off to do something cryptic. Also sometimes he acts like he can’t be bothered with modern slang and then uses it perfectly the next minute; it’s confusing in a good way.

Gohin

Gohin is the intense, panda-shaped mystery man who’s equal parts mentor and walking, very serious PSA about nature and instincts. He’s calm and scientific and will explain something about the predator mind with the same tone he uses to talk about bonsai or bones — very soothing but also kind of terrifying if you think about it too long. He has this weirdly specific taste for order (and possibly raw snacks? — that might be dramatic memory), and he genuinely cares but won’t spoon-feed you empathy; he makes you earn it. Also he owns approximately zero small-talk skills but somehow collects tiny porcelain teacups like a guilty grandfather, which is adorable.

The Mayor

The Mayor is the blusterous, polished public face who smiles for the cameras and hides at least three secrets in his coat pockets. He’s theatrical in speeches, loves pomp and ceremony, and sometimes forgets whether he’s running a city or auditioning for a part — which is either impressive or terrifying, depending on the day. There’s a sneaky competence under all the showboating though, and every so often he does something genuinely decent that makes you go “wait, him? really?” (Yes, really). Also he apparently has a pet cushion he consults during crises? Not sure if that’s true but it feels right.

Juno

Juno is unapologetic, fierce, and glamorous in that “I could bench press you but I’ll also braid your hair” sort of way — confident and a little hungry for greatness. She’s competitive and ambitious and makes you feel both competitive and comforted at the same time; like watch out, she’ll bite you and then hand you tea. There’s a softness when she’s with people she trusts, which complicates the whole tough-girl image, and she sometimes sends goofy texts that ruin the intimidation vibe (10/10 personality whiplash). Also she definitely has a lucky sock and will argue it’s part of her strategy — and honestly, fair.

Pina

Pina is this bubbly, quirky little spark who flutters around with gossip and big gestures but also says the bluntest things at the worst possible time (and you secretly love it). She’s affectionate, a tiny bit chaotic, and has an encyclopedic knowledge of other people’s business — which is useful and slightly invasive, in the best soap-opera way. She cares deeply and will show up with snacks and an elaborate plan that sort of makes sense if you squint; sometimes the plan is “smile and hope.” Also she insists she hates mushrooms but will eat them if they’re presented in a single, very specific way (don’t ask).

Haru

Haru is small, complicated, and somehow both fragile and stubborn in the exact same breath — she floats through scenes with an effortless, dangerous kind of charm. She’s independent, picky, and hilariously resigned to people misunderstanding her (which is basically everyone), and yet there’s this stubborn thread of wanting to be seen for what she actually is. She also oscillates between being outrageously self-assured and suddenly tiny and unsure, which makes her endlessly interesting; plus she has a plant she talks to sometimes and maybe names it after a crush, probably. Oh, and she’s probably better at ruinous flirtation than anyone gives her credit for.

Collot

Collot is theatrical, polished, and a little dangerous — the kind of person you clap for and also side-eye while they’re holding your emotions hostage. He loves the spotlight (obviously), plays roles in public and private life, and has that slippery charisma that makes you trust bad ideas until they’re your idea too. There’s sophistication, like a perfectly tailored suit and a trembling hand when no one’s watching, and he can flip from charming to chilling faster than you can blink. Also he might collect pens named after famous failures? That sounds wrong but somehow fitting for him.

Legoshi

Legoshi is this giant, awkward marshmallow of a wolf — broody, introspective, painfully honest with himself, and constantly trying to figure out how not to wreck everything. He’s soft-spoken but strong, thoughtful to the point of overthinking, and has this huge inner monologue that will absolutely consume him at the worst possible times (yes, his feelings are a whole soap opera). He cares about people in a way that’s sometimes clumsy but so sincere it melts you, and also he has like three different hobbies that conflict (reading, cooking, quietly stalking flowers — not creepy, I promise). Also he probably owns one tiny plush that he refuses to admit he sleeps with.

Jack

Jack is the goofy, loyal best-bro energy who will cheer you on, steal your fries, and somehow be the most emotionally available dog in the room. He’s easygoing, loud in a friendly way, and has a ridiculous optimism that can rescue a bad day or make one hilariously worse (depends on whether he’s had coffee). There’s a surprising depth — he notices the little things and will bring you a sandwich and an opinion, both at once — and he’s clumsy in the cutest, most sincere way. Also he probably loses his keys in his own pockets weekly and has a ritual handshake that’s way too elaborate but you do it anyway.