Papanda is a large male panda who escapes the zoo with his young son, Panny. They find refuge in Mimiko's house, nestled within a bamboo grove that perfectly matches their dietary needs. After meeting Mimiko, living alone since her grandmother's departure, Papanda formally offers to become her father figure. This creates an unconventional family where Mimiko takes on a maternal role for Panny. Physically, Papanda has a round, fuzzy design, notable for his considerable size and a consistently warm, smiling demeanor. He demonstrates significant strength and protective instincts, notably rescuing Mimiko and Panny from dangerous floodwaters by forcing a rusted floodgate closed. Despite building a domestic life, Papanda maintains responsibilities at the zoo. He agrees to return under a specific arrangement allowing him to leave after zoo hours each evening to rejoin his newfound family, reflecting his adaptability within human society while retaining his panda identity. His personality blends gentleness with reliability. He actively participates in daily household activities and caregiving. During a significant flood in the sequel, he responds to a distress message from a baby tiger named Tiny. Papanda joins Mimiko and Panny to locate a stranded circus train carrying endangered animals. After liberating the animals, playful antics inadvertently set the train in motion toward the mayor's house. Papanda directly intervenes, using his considerable strength to halt the runaway train, an action leading to their recognition as local heroes. The central family structure drives his character development across both narratives, solidifying his role as a devoted, non-human caregiver within this unique dynamic.