Character guide

Mr. Toad

major

Also known as Toad, the Toad, Old Toad, Toady

Wealthy, impulsive squire of Toad Hall, obsessed with motor cars and prone to wild adventures.

Rat

major

Also known as the Water Rat, Ratty, Mr. Rat

Practical, river-loving water rat who befriends Mole and guides him through riverbank life.

Mole

major

Also known as the Mole, Moly, Poor Mole

Gentle, curious creature who leaves his underground home to explore the world above.

Badger

supporting

Also known as Mr. Badger, old Badger, Dear old Badger

Reclusive, wise badger who lives in the Wild Wood and becomes a steadfast friend to the others.

Otter

supporting

Also known as the Otter, old Otter

Friendly, confident river-dweller and father of Portly, often seen with Rat and Mole.

Portly

minor

Also known as Little Portly, young Portly

Otter's young son who goes missing and is found by Mole and Rat in a mystical encounter.

Sea Rat

minor

Also known as the Sea Rat

Wandering seafaring rat who tells Rat tales of distant ports and adventures.

Chief Weasel

minor

Also known as the Chief Weasel

Leader of the weasels who take over Toad Hall while Toad is away.

Billy

minor

Also known as little Billy

Young rabbit who helps deliver messages and assists the animals in their plans.

Sigurd

minor

A character mentioned briefly in the Sea Rat's tales of northern adventures.