Scotty, known as Uncle Scotch, is a wise old owl residing in Apple Forest within the Hello Kitty Apple Forest series. He serves as a knowledgeable guardian, offering guidance and issuing warnings about potential dangers, particularly concerning the neighboring Twisted Forest. Scotch maintains a familial bond with Kitty White and Mimmy White, who frequently visit him; he plans surprises during their encounters, reflecting his affectionate and welcoming nature.

When supernatural disturbances occur—such as objects turning black or environmental anomalies—Scotch collaborates with human characters like Robert to investigate and address these phenomena. During conflicts with the antagonist Makkuro, who seeks to spread darkness across Apple Forest, Scotch actively resists, joining forces with characters from Parallel Town to confront magical threats and protect the forest. His role evolves from guidance to direct involvement in resolving core narrative conflicts.

Scotch interacts with other Apple Forest inhabitants, including the fairy Pururuu. He holds established authority among local residents, identifying and welcoming "brave two-legged heroes" tasked with critical missions. The character appears consistently throughout the Apple Forest trilogy, maintaining his role across storylines involving the forest and its parallel dimensions.