Hanuman belongs to the monkey group of characters, and he typically wears a white mask with a wide-open mouth. This group of characters are smaller and lighter in stature, agile, lively, and mischievous. Their movements imitate those of real monkeys. In the Ramakien narrative, Hanuman is Phra Ram’s monkey general whose role is crucial in the fight
to defeat Thotsakan. He is loyal to the King and would sacrifice himself for the Kingdom. He is depicted in a white and red costume, a coronet on his head and owns a diamond trident which is hidden in his chest. His character is playful and is capable of transformations. He is most loved by audiences of khon performances.
