Chara
Chara is a foundational figure in the indie video game Undertale. Known as the first human to tumble into the Underground, they serve as the catalyst for the backstory and lore of the game's world. Although sharing a physical silhouette with the protagonist, Chara is the actual subject of the name entered by the player at the start of the game, whose true identity and role are gradually unveiled depending on the player's chosen path.
Overview
Chara is a foundational figure in the indie video game Undertale. Known as the first human to tumble into the Underground, they serve as the catalyst for the backstory and lore of the game's world. Although sharing a physical silhouette with the protagonist, Chara is the actual subject of the name entered by the player at the start of the game, whose true identity and role are gradually unveiled depending on the player's chosen path.
Appearance
Chara has a pale complexion with rosy cheeks, short brown hair, and wide, open brown eyes. Their attire consists of a long-sleeved green sweater marked by a single light beige stripe across the front.
Personality
Despite wearing a pleasant smile, Chara harbored a intense aversion toward humanity during their lifetime, described posthumously as having a less-than-noble nature. They display a cold and relentless mindset when pursuing their goals, even showing willingness to discard their own life. While drawn to the numerical increase of power gained through violence, they exhibit detachment and criticism toward endless, aimless destruction.
Abilities
During their life, Chara's soul was capable of merging with a monster's soul, conferring immense power capable of bypassing the barrier. Post-mortem, their essence responds to the accumulation of execution points and violence levels, allowing them to overpower the player's control and decide the fate of the entire world.
Background
After falling into the Underground at Mount Ebott, Chara was rescued by Asriel and adopted into the Dreemurr royal family. Living as part of the family, Chara eventually fell fatally ill—a condition linked to the ingestion of poisonous buttercups. Their resulting death and the subsequent tragic journey Asriel undertook to return their body to the surface directly led to King Asgore's decree to collect human souls.
Relationships
Chara was the adoptive sibling and closest companion of Asriel Dreemurr, and was warmly embraced as a child by King Asgore Dreemurr and Queen Toriel. Towards the protagonist, Chara acts as an overriding presence that awakens and asserts influence through the player's murderous choices and accumulated power.
Trivia
Entering 'Chara' in the initial name prompt produces a unique confirmation message. The name is understood to be derived from the word 'character,' underscoring the meta-narrative themes of the game. Textual details throughout the game also indicate a distinct fond preference for chocolate.
