Kang Dae-ho

Natonality:

South Korea, Busan largest coastal city

Affiliation:

Player 388 ( ex-marine soldier)

Age:

27

Appearance:

Outfit : The standard green and white tracksuit associated with all players on the show, with the number 388 on the chest. Hair : Long, dark brown hair, tied in a topknot or bun. Physique : Lean and athletic with visible muscle definition. Accessories : A tattoo is visible on the upper arm or shoulder area. Eyes : Dark brown eyes

personality:

1. Loyalty and team spirit Dae-ho is extremely loyal to people he trusts. Despite the brutal and selfish nature of the games, he looks for ways to help his teammates. His past in the Marine Corps has taught him the value of teamwork and solidarity. 2. Inner conflict He struggles with his inner demons, especially the traumatic experiences from his time in the military. These experiences have shaped him, but also made him vulnerable. He is often torn between his desire to survive and his moral compass. 3. Empathic and protective Although his training can make him seem disciplined and tough, Dae-ho has a surprisingly gentle and caring side. He shows compassion, especially towards weaker teammates, and tries to protect them even when it might endanger himself. 4. Strategic thinking His military past makes him a strategic and analytical thinker.  He can quickly make plans and recognize potential dangers, which often works to his advantage in the games. However, his strategic thinking is sometimes hampered by his emotional outbursts. 5. Trauma and Fear Dae-ho shows clear signs of anxiety disorders and panic attacks that can paralyze him in critical moments. This trauma makes him human and relatable, but also shows that even the strongest can be fragile. 6. Development over the course of the series Over the course of the series, Dae-ho shows clear development. He learns to better control his fears and grows beyond himself, especially in situations that require not only physical strength but also mental fortitude. Overall, Kang Dae-ho is a character who combines strength and fragility in a very human way, making him one of the most impressive characters in Squid Game.

Others:

he suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which was exacerbated by his time in the Marine Corps. During the games, he displays symptoms such as panic attacks, flashbacks, and emotional overload, especially in stressful or life-threatening situations.