Dandy

Name

Dandy Dandicus Dancifer

Role

Shopkeeper in Dandy's World, Developer-exclusive playable character (Toon and Twisted in Roleplaying Mode), possible main antagonist.

Species

Flower-like fictional species.

Body type

Chubbier than other Toons (partially obscured by petals).

Defining Features

Six petals (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple in clockwise order); off-white face and torso; mint green limbs and blush.

Height

Often depicted and joked about as being short.

Surface personality

Responsible, bright, cheerful.

Hidden personality

Suspicious, harbors dark secrets, feels remorse for past actions, paranoid, fears being ignored and losing friendships. Morally grey (confirmed by Qwelver).

Relationships

Implied strained relationship with most main Toons (Vee and Sprout), excluding Astro. Possible long-time friendship with Astro, now distanced.

Pet

Pebble (the only main character not specifically mentioned in positive comments).

Name origin

"Dandy" is a reference to the word meaning "an excellent thing of its kind," not a dandelion.

Other

Hands twitch when frustrated with the player.

Headcanons

Dandy loves karaoke nights and considers himself a master performer. He has an impressive repertoire of songs ranging from classic rock anthems to pop hits. His passion for singing shines through as he belts out tunes with enthusiasm, often getting the crowd involved in sing-alongs. Dandy has been mailed to other people as a joke. Despite his outgoing nature, Dandy has an irrational fear of balloons—especially when they pop unexpectedly. Dandy prides himself on having an extensive collection of the corniest, cheesiest jokes imaginable. Dandy has a bizarre penchant for trying unusual foods and snacks, often pushing the boundaries of what’s considered edible. Dandy loves giving everyone around him quirky nicknames based on their personalities or inside jokes. Dandy has a charming habit of winking during conversations, which adds a playful flair to his interactions. Dandy has a natural affinity for children, effortlessly engaging them with his playful personality and sense of humor. He can make kids laugh with silly jokes and entertaining antics, often becoming their favorite adult figure. Whether he’s playing games, telling stories, or just hanging out, Dandy knows how to connect with them on their level.