Filo

Filo is a key companion to Naofumi Iwatani in the anime The Rising of the Shield Hero. She hatches from a monster egg that Naofumi buys from a slave trader and rapidly grows due to being raised by a Legendary Hero, evolving into a powerful Filolial Queen (a rare, superior variant of the bird-like Filolial species).

In her true form, she's a large, majestic, white-feathered bird (with some pink accents early on) capable of pulling carriages at high speeds and fighting effectively. She can also transform into a cute, pre-adolescent human girl form — featuring long blonde hair, bright blue eyes, small angelic wings on her back, and a cheerful, childlike appearance — which she uses often for interaction and daily life.

Personality-wise, Filo is energetic, bubbly, innocent, and somewhat bratty or spoiled, acting very much like a playful young child. She has an enormous appetite (constantly hungry and eating massive amounts), loves singing, pulling carts, and playing around. She's fiercely loyal to Naofumi (calling him "Master"), treasures her friends like Raphtalia and Melty, and brings a lighthearted, comedic energy to the group, often contrasting Naofumi's more serious demeanor. She's also skilled with wind magic and excels in combat, especially with her speed and kicking attacks.