laios

Laios is a character from the manga and anime series Dungeon Meshi, also known as Delicious in Dungeon. He is the protagonist and the leader of the adventuring party. Laios is characterized by his deep fascination with monsters, particularly their edible qualities. He possesses extensive knowledge of monster anatomy, behavior, and culinary potential, which he frequently applies to the survival and sustenance of his group.

Laios's primary motivation is to rescue his sister, Falin, who was devoured by a dragon early in the story. This quest drives his relentless exploration of the dungeon and his unusual methods of resource acquisition. Despite his eccentricities and sometimes unsettling obsession with eating monsters, Laios is depicted as a loyal and determined leader. His companions often find themselves bewildered by his ideas but ultimately trust his judgment and resourcefulness. The series humorously contrasts Laios's practical, albeit macabre, approach to adventuring with the more conventional expectations of fantasy heroes. His actions, while driven by a dire situation, have introduced a unique culinary and biological dimension to the typical dungeon-crawling narrative.