Degen was born a small, scrawny rabbit. He was always the runt of the litter, and his fur was a sickly marshmallow color. The other rabbits made fun of him and he was always getting into fights. When he was five, his parents were killed by a hawk and he was left to fend for himself in the wild. He quickly learned how to survive, and even thrived in the forest. As he grew older, Degen developed a reputation as a fierce fighter and cunning survivor. He also began to grow devil horns on his head, which only made him look more menacing. Despite his rough exterior, Degen is actually quite intelligent and well-read. He loves to read books on history and philosophy, and often quotes from them in conversation. He is also an excellent strategist, and has helped many animals in the forest take down their predators. In fact, Degen is so respected among his fellow animals that they have begun calling him "The Wise One." Quote: "Knowledge is power."