Pagura
Boss of the African elephant herd
Boss of the elephant herd, an existence that sometimes clashes with the lion Leo but mutually acknowledges each other.
Trivia
- Pagura, while being the boss of the elephant herd, sometimes clashed with the lion Leo, but they were comrades who mutually acknowledged each other.
- Voice actors in the anime and theatrical versions include representative Japanese voice actors such as Kiyoshi Kobayashi and Daisuke Gōri.
- In the original work and anime depiction of the spotted disease episode, his son Bizo collapsed from illness and was saved by treatment from Hige Oyaji and others, changing Pagura's thinking.
- Although antagonistic to Leo, the mascot character of the Seibu Lions, he interacts friendly with Leo's son Rune.
- The 1965 version of the anime Jungle Emperor is highly acclaimed as Japan's first full-fledged color TV anime series.
Alternate names
Pagura
Profile
- Species
- African elephant
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Possesses a large build with a sense of weight, a dignified elephant leading the herd. Boasts overwhelming power, but has a strong sense of responsibility to protect family and the herd.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
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- Huge tusks
- Dignity as the herd leader
- Characteristic long trunk
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Strict
- Detailed personality
- Strong sense of responsibility as the herd leader. Understands the younger generation's ideas like Leo's, but emphasizes traditional methods and rule by strength. Kind-hearted, but sometimes shows strict and harsh aspects.
- Keywords
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- strict
- sense of responsibility
- strong leadership
- conservative
- respected
- dislikes cowardice
- brave
- Talents
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- Leadership in animal society
- Powerful stamina
- Domination through intimidation
- Combat ability
- Skills
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- Tactics to protect the herd
- Persuasiveness
- Ability to handle harsh situations
- Motivation
- To protect the safety and prosperity of the elephant herd. Wary of the young Leo, but expects his growth and success.
History
- Backstory
- Boss of the elephant herd living on the African continent. While striving to maintain territory and protect companions, sometimes clashes with Leo, the lion king of the forest, but they acknowledge each other's strength and will.
- Debut date
- October 6, 1965
- Work title
- Jungle Emperor (1965 TV Anime)
- Media type
- Anime
Duel with Leo
- Significant event
- Duel with Leo
- Description
- Clashed with the young lion Leo and engaged in a duel, acknowledging each other's strength and convictions.
Change in relationship with the lion family
- Significant event
- Change in relationship with the lion family
- Description
- Through illness and battles against external enemies, reconciled with Leo's family and built a cooperative relationship.
Spotted disease issue
- Significant event
- Spotted disease issue
- Description
- Changed attitude when his companion's son Bizo, who collapsed from illness, was saved by treatment from Hige Oyaji and others.
Conflict with humans
- Significant event
- Conflict with humans
- Description
- Strictly opposed the jungle invasion and hunting activities by humans.
Relationships
Bizo
Father
Son. Mischievous and was expected to succeed as boss, but collapsed from illness.
Leo
Rival
Relationship of acknowledging the duel and each other's subsequent growth.
Bizo
Child
Received treatment when collapsed from spotted disease, and his recovery changed Pagura's own thinking.
African elephant herd
African elephant herd: leader
Media appearances
Jungle Emperor (1965 TV Anime)
Anime / Supporting
October 6, 1965 - September 28, 1966
Jungle Emperor: Onward Leo!
Anime / Supporting
October 5, 1966 - March 29, 1967
Jungle Emperor (1966 Theatrical)
Movie / Supporting
Released July 31, 1966
Jungle Emperor (1989 version)
Anime / Supporting
October 12, 1989 - October 11, 1990
Jungle Emperor (1997 Theatrical)
Movie / Supporting
Released August 1, 1997
Jungle Emperor: Courage Changes the Future
Anime / Supporting
September 5, 2009
Voice cast and creators
Kiyoshi Kobayashi
- Voice actor
- Kiyoshi Kobayashi
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 1965 TV Anime
Daisuke Gōri
- Voice actor
- Daisuke Gōri
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 1989 TV Anime
Masato Ibu
- Voice actor
- Masato Ibu
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 1997 Theatrical
Daisuke Gōri
- Voice actor
- Daisuke Gōri
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 1989 TV Anime
Kiyoshi Kobayashi
- Voice actor
- Kiyoshi Kobayashi
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Jungle Emperor Symphonic Poem Anime (1991 OVA)
Masato Ibu
- Voice actor
- Masato Ibu
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 1997 Theatrical
Osamu Tezuka
- Creator name
- Osamu Tezuka
- Role
- Original author
Mushi Production
- Creator name
- Mushi Production
- Role
- Animation studio
Tezuka Productions
- Creator name
- Tezuka Productions
- Role
- Animation studio
Shigeyuki Hayashi
- Creator name
- Shigeyuki Hayashi
- Role
- Writer
Eichi Yamamoto
- Creator name
- Eichi Yamamoto
- Role
- Writer
Isao Tomita
- Creator name
- Isao Tomita
- Role
- musicComposer