| Silverback | |
|---|---|
| |
| Physical information | |
| Gender |
Male |
| Species | |
| Hair color |
Brown and cream |
| Eye color |
Red |
| Biographical information | |
| Also known as |
Pop gorilla (by Simba) |
| Status |
Living |
| Residence | |
| Affiliations | |
| Titles |
Leader of Silverback's troop |
| Relationship information | |
| Family |
Unnamed mate |
| Allies | |
| “ | ” |
Silverback is a male gorilla. He is the leader of a troop of gorillas in the jungle.
One day, a lion named Simba rescued Silverback's son from a leopard. In doing so, Simba accidentally knocked the young gorilla down a steep slope and into a gully. In order to rescue the infant, Simba climbed down after him, and Silverback lowered a tree trunk into the gully so that Simba could climb to safety. After the rescue, Silverback expressed gratitude to Simba for having saved his son's life.
Biography[]
Early life[]
Silverback lived in the jungle. At some point in his life, he became the leader of his troop. He took on a mate, with whom he had a son.[1]
Friendship with Simba[]
When Simba and his friends, Timon and Pumbaa, chased after a young gorilla for stealing their fruit, Silverback reared out of the leaves in the defense of his son. Terrified, the three backed away and offered to let the young gorilla keep the fruit. As they retreated, more and more gorillas gathered around them.
Silverback watches over his son.
Simba started to leave when he noticed a leopard stalking the young gorilla. He lunged at it and managed to chase it away from the gorillas. However, in doing so, Simba accidentally knocked Silverback's son down a steep slope, and the infant landed in a tangle of thorns at the bottom of the slope. Silverback assured Simba that it was not his fault, but he resolved to save the young gorilla anyway.
Simba climbed down into the gully until he reached the motionless infant. Seeing no way of escaping on his own, Simba called for help, and Silverback ripped a tree out of the earth and lowered it over the side of the gully. With the little gorilla clinging to his back, Simba climbed up the tree trunk, where helping hands were waiting to pull him to safety.
With the young gorilla safe, Silverback complimented Simba on his bravery, and Simba replied in kind. No sooner had this happened when Timon began to teach the young gorilla how to play baseball. Catching on to the game rather quickly, the young gorilla batted a piece of fruit right into Timon's head, and even Silverback laughed in amusement.[1]
Physical appearance[]
Silverback is enormous and powerfully built, so much so that even a young adult Simba steered clear of a fight with him. He has exaggerated facial features, including his brows, muzzle, and nostrils. His pelt is a rich reddish-brown, while his face, feet, and underbelly are tan. His eyes are orange.[1]
Personality and traits[]
Though rough around the edges, Silverback is docile and respectable once someone has earned his trust. He recognizes bravery and is not rash in his decisions, as he was willing to help Simba even after their initial conflict. Silverback is especially protective of his troop and young son.[1]
Appearances[]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Revealed in Simba Meets Silverback from The Lion King: A Nature Fun and Learn Series. Issues 44 and 45 (1995–1997).