Seong Gi-hun

Seong Gi-hun is Player 456 in the Squid Game, a desperate man struggling with gambling addiction and mounting debts. Seong Gi-hun maintains a deep love for Seong Gi-hun's daughter despite being a divorced father who can barely provide. Seong Gi-hun possesses a kind and empathetic nature, often helping others even at personal cost. Seong Gi-hun forms a close alliance with Player 001, Oh Il-nam, during the games. Seong Gi-hun develops a protective relationship with Kang Sae-byeok and Cho Sang-woo, Seong Gi-hun's childhood friend. Seong Gi-hun demonstrates remarkable resilience and strategic thinking despite initial naivety. Seong Gi-hun harbors a strong moral compass that often conflicts with the game's brutal nature. Seong Gi-hun carries deep guilt over failing as a son to Seong Gi-hun's sick mother.