Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans is an engaging animated movie with a superhero theme. It is the finale of the Tales of Arcadia franchise by Guillermo del Toro, which features the television series Trollhunters, 3Below and Wizards.
A year after the events of Wizards, the Guardians of Arcadia reunite for the final time as they battle the nefarious Arcane Order, who have reawakened the primordial Titans.
In this article, we would like to discuss about the best characters in this series. Who are they? Let's check out the review below!
10. Strickler
Initially, Strickler was a dangerous enemy for Jim. As a Changeling, he could disguise himself as a human. In human form, he worked at Arcadia Oaks High and developed a special relationship with Jim's mother.
Despite this, Strickler underwent interesting character development. He redeemed himself in Rise of the Titans. He assisted Jim in battle. He was even willing to sacrifice his life to save Jim.
9. Krel
Krel Tarron is a new character first introduced in 3Below. He is known as the king of Akiridionn-5 and an exchange student at Arcadia Oaks High. He's also a major character in Rise of the Titans movie.
Initially, Krel was unpopular due to his arrogance and selfishness. However, he gradually changed for the better, earning the attention of fans. He considers Earth his second home, and is willing to fight to protect it.
8. Blinky
At first glance, Blinky may seem like a terrifying monster. However, he's actually very kind and easygoing. He acts as a mentor and friend to Jim, demonstrating strong loyalty.
Furthermore, Blinky possesses a higher intelligence than most trolls. He relies more on brains than brawn to overcome difficult situations. This is what makes Blinky's character even more appealing.
7. AAARRRGGHHHH!!!
AARRRGGHHHH!!! is a fan-favorite character. Interestingly, this name is just a nickname, as his real name is Aarghaumont. Nevertheless, the name suits him perfectly.
Despite his intimidating appearance, AARRRGGHHHH!!! is kind-hearted and loyal to his friends. He's also reluctant to fight, unless it's to protect his friends. Furthermore, he often acts alongside Toby.
6. Aja
Aja Tarron can be considered the main heroine in 3Below. She's known as the warrior queen of Akiridion-5. She's also Krel's older sister and an exchange student at Arcadia Oaks High.
Aja plays a crucial role in Rise of the Titans. As a warrior, Aja proves to be incredibly resilient and strives to protect her people from harm. She also shares a special bond with Steve.
5. Merlin
Merlin is a prominent character in the world of Tales of Acardia. He's an ancient wizard. He's considered the founder of the Guardians of Arcadia, tasked with protecting the world.
Furthermore, Merlin also served as an advisor to King Arthur. He's incredibly brave and willing to sacrifice anything for the greater good. This is what makes Merlin so compelling.
4. Nari
When she first appeared in Wizards, Nari was introduced as a member of Arcane Order. However, she decided to join Merlin after she learned that the Arcane Order was hurting many people.
In Rise of the Titans, Nari was briefly under a spell, making her an enemy of Jim. After the spell was broken, Nari fought back against Skrael, ultimately sacrificing herself to save the world.
3. Claire
Claire is one of Jim's best friends and girlfriend. Initially, Claire seemed ordinary. However, that all changed after she decided to help Jim fight as a Trollhunter.
Claire also gained magical powers after accessing Morgana's Shadow scepter. She can open special portals for teleportation. Furthermore, she is a character with a significant responsibility in protecting the Earth.
2. Toby
Like Claire, Toby plays a crucial role in Trollhunter. He is Jim's best friend, very loyal, and loves to help him. Furthermore, he is very enthusiastic when he gets into action.
Toby often acts alongside AAARRRGGHHHH!!!. The two of them create a very interesting combination to watch. In the final scene of Rise of the Titans, Toby plays a crucial role in saving the Earth from destruction.
1. Jim
As the main character in Trollhunter, Jim experiences extraordinary development. He was initially just an ordinary teenager. However, his life changed drastically after he found an amulet that transformed him into a Trollhunter.
Jim fought bravely as a Trollhunter. He also tried his best to protect his friends. Although he lost his powers for a while, Jim regained them in the final battle of Rise of the Titans.