Retar
Retar is a wolf character in the manga series Golden Kamuy. As a rare survivor of the thought-to-be-extinct Ezo wolf species, he shares an inseparable connection with Asirpa. His name translates to 'white' in the Ainu language, and he stands as a iconic figure representing both the divine Kamuy and the rugged wilderness of Hokkaido throughout the story.
Overview
Retar is a wolf character in the manga series Golden Kamuy. As a rare survivor of the thought-to-be-extinct Ezo wolf species, he shares an inseparable connection with Asirpa. His name translates to 'white' in the Ainu language, and he stands as a iconic figure representing both the divine Kamuy and the rugged wilderness of Hokkaido throughout the story.
Appearance
Retar is a massive white wolf defined by his thick, snowy fur and striking blue and yellow eyes. He possesses a majestic and formidable physical presence.
Personality
Retar exhibits profound loyalty toward Asirpa, instantly responding when she summons him. While naturally wary and aggressive toward humans, he eventually comes to tolerate and trust Saichi Sugimoto as Asirpa's companion. He displays a high degree of intelligence and a noble, wild temperament.
Abilities
Possessing immense strength and agility, Retar is capable of taking down massive brown bears and well-armed combatants. He exhibits extraordinary tracking skills and keen senses, enabling him to respond to Asirpa's signals from great distances.
Background
After losing his parents as a pup, Retar was raised alongside Asirpa. As he matured, he returned to the wild, eventually finding a mate and founding his own pack. Despite reintegrating into nature, his bond with Asirpa remains unbroken, bringing him back whenever she is in danger.
Relationships
Retar shares a lifelong bond of mutual trust and protection with Asirpa. Although initially suspicious of Saichi Sugimoto, he gradually accepts him as her trusted partner. He was relentlessly targeted by the veteran hunter Tetsuzou Nihei, leading to a fierce confrontation.
Trivia
The name 'Retar' directly translates to 'white' in the Ainu language. In the series, he serves as a visual and symbolic embodiment of the revered Hokkaido wolf.