Kutal, a feline Enterran imbued with Earth elemental powers, first appears as a cunning but ill-informed guide feigning expertise in navigating to Shinzo—his vague westward directions masking his ignorance. His humor emerges through an obsession with food, frequently derailing missions as culinary curiosity lures companions into danger. Opportunism defines his early actions, even briefly contemplating eating Yakumo until her earnest care during his injury sparks a transformative loyalty, redirecting his instincts toward protection.

His arc traces a slow evolution from self-centered mischief to duty-bound guardian, exemplified by fierce devotion to niece and nephews Rei, Sen, and Este. He defends them against threats like pterodactyls using makeshift weapons, balancing slapstick impulsivity with tactical ingenuity. The phrase "Eye of the Lion" activates his Hyper form, morphing him into a liger-like warrior wielding seismic strikes like Earth Crusher and Enterra Shockwave—battlefield intensity starkly opposing his usual joviality.

Clumsiness inadvertently aids allies, such as triggering diversions in hostile zones, while fusion transformations unite him with others to form Mushrambo. His narrative threads weave a tension between indulgence in leisure or cuisine and growing commitment to the group’s goals, especially shielding Yakumo. Alternate timelines challenge his credibility, as allies like Binka doubt his legendary reputation despite his capabilities.

Abilities span meditative healing, Hyper-form flight, and terrain manipulation, though distractibility and dependence on weapons like maces or swords expose weaknesses. Bonds with initially skeptical comrades like Mushra deepen into trust through shared adversity, underscoring reciprocal growth. While manga iterations alter broader plot outcomes, his core identity remains consistent—a blend of humor and burgeoning heroism, anchored by loyalty and the gradual prioritization of collective purpose over self-interest.