Leon (F-Zero)

Leon is an anthropomorphic F-Zero pilot, who makes his debut in the 1998 N64 game, F-Zero X.

Twelve years ago his parents were killed in a big war on the planet Zou. His species had natural advantages over humans, such as sharper reflexes and natural instincts. He met Super Arrow and Mrs. Arrow when the couple were vacationing on his planet. They decided to give him a chance in racing the King Meteor.

Given his skill, it was decided he would be sent to the F-Zero Grand Prix to be a symbol of hope for his ailing, war-torn planet. Although he wasn't considered especially bright, he proved to be a natural at the F-Zero races, despite his young age. Although he was teased at first by other pilots, his continued performance has given him a good track record. It's his hope to become champion so he can use the money to save the children of Zou from poverty.

Ikran's F-Zero timeline
Leon was first seen during the GX Grand Prix as Tinsel donated some of her prize money to the troubled canine. A year later, he met up with her during the elite Big Blue Dolphin Dive race during a scrimmage with her against Zoda and Baba. Recognizing the Silver Comet, he personally got involved and were able to win the competition after a few risky endeavors. Since then, he decided to partner with Tinsel while she looks for her friends in the Task Force and stop Black Shadow.

Eventually, Rick was emitting a signal in White Land, and Leon tagged along. They saved Rick, with Leon sustaining a deep injury, but he patched things up with him afterwards. He assisted the new team, especially reuniting with Lucy whom he met as the Falcon House's busboy. He was able to make it to the semifinals, but didn't qualify in the Death Wind race. He was also vital for smelling out danger, especially those brainwashed by Dark Million. He eventually infiltrated Dark Star to save Tinsel, but he wound up in a nightmare made by The Skull. He was in Silence and dealt with a monstrous doppelganger, as well as some bomb racers. After that, he decided to earn more money for his home planet, as well as Clank's, when he became a new member in the Mobile Task Force.