How important is Nala?

[atouchofgrace]

I'd like to see some insight from those who say Nala is completly useless to the story because I can't understand why.

[xLilacVixenx]

Nala is extremely important to the overall plot of The Lion King. She, in the second film, gave guidance to Simba when he was frequently troubled by Kovu, and she, like the others have said, gave him excellent insight. In the first film, she proved a good friend, Simba's mate, and she also pushed Simba to the edge. He needed a good telling-off after his "Hakuna Matata" that made him carefree.

Overall, Nala is important to the plot in all three films. The third film doesn't show Nala as much, but she plays the same basic role as in the first and second. She also has great leadership and responsibility; almost has the same characteristics as Sarabi: loyal, brave, and smart. These are key roles in being a queen; she was Simba's mentor and advisor when Zazu wasn't there. That meant that Nala was more personal to him than Zazu. Nala proved to be his friend, whereas Zazu annoyed him as a cub.

This is my opinion on the subject.

[CoeurDeLion]

*Comes storming into the thread ready to defend his favorite character in the movies*

Oh, xLilacVixenx has it dead on.

[atouchofgrace]

I agree. Nala truly understands and knows Simba. She knows what he's thinking, if he's lying or if he's trying to hide something. She is the only one who does that.

[PrincessKiara]

[quote="atouchofgrace"]I'd like to see some insight from those who say Nala is completly useless to the story because I can't understand why.[/quote]

Me neither. Nala is VERY important to the story.

[SummerSnowLeopard]

I feel that Nala is VERY important. After all, if she didn't go look for help, Simba would never have returned to Pride Rock.

[Chumvikingpride]

It will become his wife, it is also important...

[iluvnala]

[quote="Yumacub"]She is a strong character, and is a clever girl! She probably taught Simba a lot to learn, and is the only reason he's a good father to Kiara. Overprotective? Yes. But Nala has this sort-of laid-back attitude and she keeps Simba from blowing his top and out of trouble! So she's VERY important! At least in my opinion... [/quote]
I agree with Yumacub

[SummerSnowLeopard]

And I agree with TPAM, Nala is incredibly important.