Queen

Lore & Background

The Queen resides in a lavish castle within the Panther Kingdom, a realm of anthropomorphic animals where crude humor and slapstick violence reign. She is depicted as a large, regal panther with a jeweled crown and a pompous attitude, often lounging on her throne or demanding entertainment from her subjects. Her kingdom is a chaotic place, filled with guards, jesters, and other bizarre characters, all under her whimsical and often cruel rule. In the game's narrative, the Queen becomes a key obstacle when Conker seeks to use her castle's teleporter to reach the final boss, the Great Mighty Poo. She initially refuses to help, forcing Conker to perform a series of degrading tasks, including retrieving her lost crown from a moat infested with carnivorous fish. Her interactions with Conker highlight her selfishness and her tendency to treat others as pawns in her royal games. The Queen's character is a parody of fairy-tale royalty, subverting expectations with her crass language and violent tendencies—she threatens to have Conker 'skinned and made into a coin purse' if he fails. She is voiced by a male actor in the original game, adding to the absurdity. Despite her limited screen time, she leaves a strong impression through her memorable dialogue and the darkly comedic tone of her chapter.

In Their Own Story

Conker stumbled into the throne room, his fur matted with the remnants of a recent brawl. The Queen lounged on her velvet cushion, examining her claws with theatrical disinterest. 'You again,' she drawled, not looking up. 'I suppose you want something. Everyone always does.' Conker explained his need for the teleporter. She smiled, a predatory glint in her eyes. 'Very well. Fetch my crown from the moat. The one infested with those... creatures. Do that, and I might consider your request.' As Conker turned to leave, she added, 'And don't track mud on my carpets.'

Reader's Guide

The Queen is a haughty, narcissistic ruler who delights in the suffering of others. Her personality quirks include a love for dramatic gestures, a short temper, and a tendency to speak in a condescending, sing-song voice. She frequently uses the catchphrase 'Oh, do be a dear' when ordering others around, and she laughs maniacally at misfortune that isn't her own. Her role in the story is as a gatekeeper: Conker must complete her quest to progress. She has no direct relationship with other major characters, but she treats her guards and jesters as disposable tools. Her dynamic with Conker is one of reluctant cooperation, with her looking down on him as a commoner while he begrudgingly serves her whims. In terms of relationships, she is the ruler of the Panther Kingdom, but her subjects fear rather than respect her. The chapter's tone shifts from regal pomp to grotesque comedy when Conker finally retrieves the crown—only to have the Queen reveal she never intended to help him, forcing him to bribe her with a massive amount of cash to use the teleporter.

Did You Know?

• The Queen's voice was provided by actor Chris Marriot in *Conker's Bad Fur Day*, who also voiced other characters in the game.
• Her chapter, 'The Panther Kingdom,' was originally intended to be longer but was cut down during development.
• In the game's multiplayer mode, the Queen appears as a playable character in certain versions, though her moveset is limited.
• Her design was inspired by classic Disney villainesses, but with a grotesque, exaggerated twist typical of Rare's art style.