Max (character from "Where the Wild Things Are")

Max is the imaginative young protagonist of "Where the Wild Things Are." After dressing in a wolf costume, he causes mischief at home, leading to his punishment. As a result, he crafts a boat to escape to an island inhabited by large, wild creatures—the "Wild Things." There, Max becomes their king, experiencing both adventure and a longing for home. Ultimately, Max navigates his feelings of independence, imagination, and belonging, symbolizing a child's journey through emotions and self-discovery. His character embodies creativity, curiosity, and the complex balance between independence and the comfort of home.