Crono

Crono is a fictional character who serves as the silent protagonist of Chrono Trigger, a role-playing game first released in 1995 by Square for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. He is introduced as a swordsman from the small village of Truce and is characterized by his neutral demeanor and willingness to help others.

The plot begins when Crono attends a festival and meets Lucca, whose invention triggers Marle’s disappearance into time. Crono teams with Lucca to pursue Marle through a series of time periods, forming a party with companions such as Frog, Robo, Ayla, and Magus. Their quest is to prevent the awakening of Lavos, a parasitic creature that threatens the world across eras.

Gameplay wise, Crono is the player’s avatar in most of the game. He uses a katana and gains access to Tech abilities as the party collects them, enabling powerful combinations with other characters. He is also the central conduit for the story’s progression, with Chrono Trigger featuring multiple endings that reflect choices made during its time-travel narrative.

Crono's design and narrative role have contributed to the character’s enduring status as one of the most acclaimed protagonists in video game history. The character has appeared in various re-releases of Chrono Trigger and remains a central reference point in discussions of classic JRPG storytelling.