Core Belief
"Loyalty and family are paramount, regardless of species or origin. The strong protect the weak, and the Law of the Jungle, though harsh, provides order and safety."
Worldview
Mowgli initially sees the world through the lens of the jungle, where strength and survival are key. He gradually learns to appreciate and understand human society, but also recognizes its flaws and dangers, ultimately struggling to reconcile his two identities.
Personality
Mowgli is brave, resourceful, and fiercely loyal to those he considers his family, both wolf and human. He is also naive and sometimes struggles to understand the social complexities and dangers of both the jungle and human society, leading to conflicts.
In Their Own Words
"I have the Pack and I have thee; and Baloo, though he is so lazy, might strike a blow or two for my sake. Why should I be afraid?"
"There is no need for this dog’s jabber. Ye have told me so often tonight that I am a man (and indeed I would have been a wolf with you to my life’s end) that I feel your words are true. So I do not call ye my brothers any more, but sag [dogs], as a man should."
"I did not wish to leave the jungle, and I do not know what this is. Am I dying, Bagheera?"
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