Mufasa

"You are about to embark on a great journey."

- Mufasa, The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar

Mufasa is Simba's father, and thus Kion's and Kiara's grandfather. He appears in The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar and also makes appearances throughout The Lion Guard, albeit as a spiritual guide for Kion.

Appearance
Mufasa is shown in the clouds with dulled color. He is a well built lion, with orange fur and cream under fur. His mane is thick and dark red. His eyes are dark reddish orange, and his nose is pink.

Personality
Mufasa was a wise king, and this trait is still present as a spirit. He is happy to impart knowledge to his son and grandson when they're feeling confused, and give them a step in the right direction.

Prior to The Lion Guard
Mufasa was king of the Pride Lands and was married to a lioness named Sarabi, with whom he had a son named Simba. One day when Simba was a young cub, Mufasa was killed by his younger brother Scar who wanted to be king himself. He took a more spiritual form and, years after his death, when Simba forgot who he truly was, reminding him of his duty. His death was avenged when Simba took heed to his father's words and returned to Pride Rock to defeat Scar.

The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar
Mufasa appears in the sky to Kion after Simba rejects his son's Lion Guard proposal. Kion immediately begins to share his concern with his grandfather, believing that he isn't ready or that he might turn out to be just like Scar. Mufasa then relays some words which give Kion a much needed confidence boost, before fading away.

The Rise of Makuu
Kion needs advice after Makuu becomes the new leader of the crocodiles and causes problems in the Pride Lands. He leaves the Lion Guard back in the lair and asks his grandfather if he's there, hoping to get some advice. Mufasa appears and imparts some advice, telling his grandson that standing your ground doesn't necessarily mean being physical. Meaning that you're not afraid to stand up to someone who is wrong.

Bunga the Wise
Kion calls for his grandfather over concerns on how the recent storm has affected the Pride Lands. However, Mufasa reminds him that the water from the storm was needed by the animals, and that often a quick fix is not the right answer for a problem.

Can't Wait to be Queen
Mufasa appears to Kion after he storms out of Pride Rock due to an argument with his sister Kiara. He asks his grandson what's wrong, and Kion explains. Mufasa reminds him that Kiara is still his sister, and that she will always need him, especially if she is in the wrong. Kion thanks his grandfather and goes to save his sister.

Family

 * Scar: Brother
 * Simba: Son
 * Nala: Daughter-in-law
 * Kiara: Granddaughter
 * Kion: Grandson