| “ | Just smile and wave, boys. Smile and wave. | „ |
| ~ Skipper |
| “ | If there's anything we've learned from this delightful adventure, Kowalski, is that looks don't matter. It's what you do that counts. And look at what you did. Yes sir! You are the most meaningful and valued member of this team. | „ |
| ~ Skipper finally allowing Private to become an official member of the team after he saved the penguins. |
Skipper is a major character in the Madagascar franchise.
He is the leader of a group of penguin commandos, which, besides him, includes his brothers Rico and Kowalski, as well as their adopted brother Private. Throughout the trilogy, he provides the New York animals with assistance on their adventures, and later goes on to confront Dave the Octopus.
He is voiced by Tom McGrath.
What Makes Him A Shonen Hero?[]
- Heroic/Honorable: Leads his brothers in tons of dangerous missions.
- Courageous/Reckless: He has lots of courageous moments and happens to be reckless.
- Energetic: As for a penguin.
- Pursues a Big-End Goal: To defeat Dave.
- Optimistic: Much like his brothers, he is shown to be a huge optimist.
- Confident/Cocky: Is the most confident among the four.
- Unpredictable: Towards his enemies at least.
- Believes in the Power of Friendship: He is little to never seen without other penguins.
- Possesses Plot Armor: Little to nobody sees him as a threat.
- Tragic Past: Was separated from his home.