Basi is a male hippopotamus who lives in the Pride Lands. He is the mate of Zuwena, the father of Beshte, Salehe, and Kiazi, and the leader of a pod of hippopotamuses.
He is a minor character in Legends of the Lion Guard.
Appearance[]
Basi's coat is gray, broken by a patch of dark spots on his back. His eyes are green.
Personality[]
Basi is a wise hippopotamus, who shares many words of wisdom with the members of the the Lion Guard. Much like his son, he has a very friendly disposition, and is quick to forgive. He also seems to be extremely indefatigable and persistent about what he does, even if he's hurt. Also, much like Kion's father, Simba, Basi is very encouraging and supportive of his son, who he has tremendous pride and faith in.
History[]
Legends of the Lion Guard: Protectors of the Pride Lands[]
The Pride Lands Games[]
Basi attends the Pride Lands Games, where he cheers for Beshte along with Zuwena, Salehe, and Kiazi.
Kion and Nguruma's Birthday[]
Basi attends Kion and Nguruma's birthday celebration.
A Remedy for Impatience[]
The Ultimate Lion Guard Day[]
Legends of the Lion Guard: Battle for the Pride Lands[]
When Scar commences his war on the Pride Lands, Basi is one of the many animals gathered at the base of Pride Rock.
Legends of the Lion Guard: The Dark Prophecy[]
Basi is one of the many animals gathered at Pride Rock when the Lion Guard departs for the Tree of Life. After the Lion Guard, Makini, and Nguruma return home, Basi is apart of the crowd that gathers at the base of Pride Rock. He and Zuwena later embrace Beshte when he arrives at Big Springs and watch him swim and play with his younger siblings.
Family[]
Trivia[]
- Basi is voiced by Kevin Michael Richardson.