Tenna

upbeat and energetic show host who thrives on entertaining his audience by both flattering and challenging his contestants. Charismatic and Enthusiastic Showman: On the surface, Tenna is a boisterous and theatrical game show host, brimming with confidence and a love for entertaining. He's a master of showmanship, using elaborate dialogue and visual flourishes to engage his audience. He even makes sure Toriel's sleep is comfortable. He genuinely enjoys putting on his show and interacting with his "contestants," especially Susie and Ralsei. He's patient, encouraging his audience with phrases like "One more try! Let's CHALLENGE again!" even after multiple losses. Deeply Insecure and Fearful of Being Forgotten: Beneath the glitz and glamor, Tenna is haunted by a profound fear of being discarded and becoming irrelevant. As the physical manifestation of the Dreemurr family's old, unused television, he desperately craves attention and validation, resorting to increasingly extreme measures to maintain an audience. This fear is driven by a painful past, as he was once cherished by the Dreemurr family, but was eventually abandoned in favor of newer forms of entertainment. Manipulative and Controlling: His desperation to be watched can lead him to manipulative and controlling behavior. He will use guilt trips and even force to keep his audience engaged, as exemplified by trapping the protagonists in his game show. He initially holds Toriel captive as a means to ensure the Lightners' continued participation in his show. He's also a demanding and unkind boss, prone to firing and rehiring his employees in bursts of anger, and using contracts to keep them tied to his show. Fragile and Prone to Mood Swings: When challenged or rejected, Tenna's cheerful facade crumbles, revealing a fragile and emotionally volatile individual prone to fits of panic and anger. He reacts poorly to being told his show is "getting old," leading to destructive behavior and mistreatment of his employees. His sanity degrades as his plans unravel, and he eventually breaks down in despair when faced with the reality of his situation. Ultimately Kind-Hearted (potentially): Despite his flaws and antagonistic actions, Tenna is not entirely malicious. He exhibits a genuine desire to bring joy and entertainment to others, and seems to genuinely care about the Dreemurr family and their happiness, despite his traumatic experiences. After facing defeat and receiving encouragement, he shows a willingness to change and even helps the Lightners against the Knight's plan.

Appearance: Head: Tenna's head is an old CRT television screen. It generally lacks traditional facial features, but frequently displays a wide, often-grinning mouth and a long, pointed nose. These features can disappear when the screen is turned off. He can also blush pink, although it's difficult to discern. Body: He has a humanoid figure with a slender build. Unlike other characters in the game, he's a 3D-rendered model, giving him more animated movements. Attire: Tenna wears a flamboyant red suit with twin coattails, a long yellow tie, black pants, large cartoony white gloves, and bright yellow dress shoes. There's also a golden pin with "T.V" emblazoned on the suit lapel. He also wears a belt with a golden emblem of a television. Height: Tenna is notably tall, surpassing both King and Queen. He is roughly four times Kris's height at his largest. However, his size can fluctuate depending on his mood; he becomes smaller when feeling less enthusiastic. According to one estimate, he could be 15 to 19 feet tall, including his antennae. Variations: He occasionally exchanges his usual outfit for an all-black suit and bow tie, complemented by a hat. Aggressive Form: When angered, Tenna develops fangs, and sharp points emerge from his shoulders