Meet Boris the Wolf

New to Bendy and the Ink Machine? Let's meet Buddy Boris! This guide breaks down who he is, his role in Chapter 3: Rise and Fall, and why he's more than just another cartoon.

Hey there! So, you're diving into the spooky world of Bendy and the Ink Machine, huh? Let's talk about a character you'll definitely want to get to know: Buddy Boris. He's not just some random cartoon wolf; he plays a pretty important role, especially as you get further into the game.

Buddy Boris is actually the cartoon form of a guy named Daniel "Buddy" Lewek. Back in 1946, things went south for Daniel, and he ended up... well, let's just say he was bisected by the Ink Demon. Rough, right? Now, he's one of the Boris characters stuck in what the game calls 'the Cycle,' which is basically a never-ending loop of events in this creepy studio. The other Boris you might know from this is Tom.

You'll really get to know Buddy Boris in Chapter 3: Rise and Fall, where he's a main character. He's also the star of his own adventure in the game Bendy: Lone Wolf, and he's a big deal in the novel Dreams Come to Life. You'll also see him pop up in other stories like The Lost Ones, Fade to Black, and even Bendy and the Dark Revival.

Appearance-wise, Buddy Boris looks a lot like the classic Boris from the cartoons – you know, the tall, dog-like fella with those signature pie-cut eyes. He's got a bit more of a human-like build than some of the other characters, though. Depending on which game you're playing, his look can change a little. In Bendy and the Ink Machine, his texture is pretty clean. Then in Boris and the Dark Survival, he's got more shading and sketchier lines. And in Bendy and the Dark Revival, he looks a bit less cartoony and more anatomically correct, with some really cool ink textures.

Just remember, this article might have some spoilers, so if you haven't played through these parts yet, maybe tread carefully!