Kion is a young male lion. He is the king of the Tree of Life and mate of Rani. He formally served as the leader of the Lion Guard. He is also the youngest son of Simba and Nala, brother of Kopa and Kiara, and brother-in-law of Baliyo, Vitani and Kovu.
Physical appearance[]
Kion is a young male lion with a small red mane. It has grown a little bit since he married Rani. His fur is a golden yellow color. His ear rims are black and brown, and the inside of his ears are also brown. His muzzle is a pale-yellow color, as are his paws, chest and stomach. He has a dark red colored nose, and a scar on his right eye. Kion has a blue, V-shaped marking on his forehead to show he is the king of the Tree of Life. His left shoulder bears the mark of the Tree of Life.
Personality[]
Kion is portrayed as a considerate and thoughtful individual. Him and Rani have become loyal mates, always appearing by each other's sides, and wanting her to be happy. He is kind to everyone and thinks before making a move.
Trivia[]
- His full name is Kiongozi, which means "leader" in Swahili.
- As leader of the Lion Guard, Kion displayed great leadership skills, and he still does as a King.
- His niece Maua is very close to him.
- His nephew Kheri has several things in common with him. They both lead a Lion Guard at a young age, are slow growers, and are thoughtful before making a decision.
- Kion's catchphrase as a cub and adolescent was "Hevi Kabesi!" which means "Totally intense!" in Swahili.
- Vitani has adopted his catchphrase since becoming the leader of the Lion Guard.
- Kion has always taken his duties as a leader seriously, whether it was as leader of the Lion Guard or king of the Tree of Life.
- He is good friends with all his former Guard members.
- He was the first to become a leader of a Lion Guard since Scar lost the position as an adolescent.