Kubadili

Kubadili is a male lion. He was born the daughter of Kion and Rani, though he would later come out as trans FtM as an adolescent. Kubadili felt unconnected to his family, and would leave them to find his destiny. After finding his place in nature, he made the choice to not return, and to see what’s beyond the Pride Lands and all he’s known.
== History ==
Kubadili was born the only daughter of Kion and Rani, and older sister of Bahati. Even as a cub, she never was close to her parents. She didn’t get along with too many animals, and felt disconnected, from both animals and nature. In her late adolescence, Kubadili came out as transgender, and was accepted by his family. Despite that, Kubadili still felt like something was wrong. He would later leave in the middle of the night, and embark on a journey around the Pride Lands. Along the way, he met several animals, all who tried to help him find his way, but all failed. 
As a young adult, Kubadili stumbled upon an elderly Rafiki, who told him to follow what his heart said. Kubadili, confused by what he really wanted, slept in an old cave where he met a travelling lion called Kusadia. Kusadia was originally confused by Kubadili’s lack of a mane, but was accepting when Kubadili explained. The two became close, and later fell in love.
Finally deciding what to do, Kubadili went back to the Tree of Life and spoke to his parents and brother, saying that he wanted to go past what is known, and to travel with Kusadia. Though Kion and Rani were unsure about this at first, they would later respect their son’s wishes and let him leave. 
When they started the journey, Kubadili told Kusadia about his love for him, and Kusadia admitted the same, the both becoming mates. No one knows if Kubadili will ever come back to the Pride Lands, or if he’s still travelling, or if he’s dead.
== Physical Appearance ==
As a cub, Kubadili was below average size for her age. She looks the same as she did as an adult. She had a small Night Pride symbol on her shoulder.
As an adolescent, he gained a slightly larger Night Pride symbol, which would later disappear when he left on his journey.
As an adult, he had pale golden fur and a cream underbelly, with some red tinges. His eyes were chocolate-brown, the same shade as his mother’s. He is slightly taller than average for his age, but still has a feminine appearance. He has light reddish paws and a small brown tail tip with some red. His lack of a mane is often commented on.
== Personality ==
Kubadili is rather shy and nervous, even as a cub. He is often insecure of who he is, even after coming out, since he feels like others won’t accept him. He is often stressed by the role he has and the expectations placed on him, which makes him feel worse about himself. He is noted a lot to be pessimistic. Kubadili is obsessed with the truth, and says that he can ‘spot a lie concealed with leaves and branches’ despite this often not being true.
He does have some independence, due to leaving on his journey. He became more brave and determined after meeting Kusadia, and is shown to be more happy and easy-going.
== Quotes ==
== Family ==
* Mother: Rani
* Father: Kion
* Brother: Bahati
* Mate: Kusadia
* Maternal Grandparents: Ãnanda, Sãhasí
* Paternal Grandparents: Simba, Nala
* Maternal Uncle: Baliyo
* Paternal Aunt: Kiara
== Trivia ==
* Kubadili’s catchphrase translates to, ‘Life’s for living’ or ‘Live life’.
* Kubadili was originally not going to have a mate.
* He is often mistaken for a lioness.
* Kubadili is pansexual.
Category:Characters
Category:Original Characters
Category:LGBT+ Characters
Category:Males
Category:Lions
Category:Adults
Category:Tree of Life Residents
Category:Royalty