Slugcats

The mega-cute Slugcat is both the primary protagonist and single playable character in Rain World. It is a small white creature with black eyes, thin arms, comparatively broad legs with small feet, pointed ears, and a thick tail that tapers to a point.

The Slugcat is also followed by a strange golden being known as the Overseer which will provide tips via hologram-like images.

Abilities
As one of the weaker creatures in the food chain, Slugcat is still capable of certain survival abilities.
 * Walk/Run/Crawl - With its flexible and agile body, Slugcat can squeeze through small pipes that crisscross the entire map and travel across the foreground on either two paws or four.
 * Climb - Slugcat can climb poles and other various objects to escape from enemies.
 * Sneak - In order to evade predators, Slugcat can crouch and sneak to prevent being noticed.
 * Jump - To traverse difficult terrain.
 * Swim - Although limited.
 * Pounce - Slugcat can crouch on ledges to leap that extra distance for bigger gaps.
 * Carry and throw items - Slugcat can hold a total of 3 items, one in each paw and one in its mouth that can be regurgitated for later use.
 * Eat - Various Foods

Variations

 * Yellow - This variety is referred to as the Monkcat and will be implemented along with an Easy Mode. It will also be purely herbivorous, however, it won't provoke as many creatures.
 * White - This is the standard Slugcat.
 * Red - This variation will be released along with a Hard Mode. It will be able to carry a spear on it's back as well as one in it's paw for a total of two spears. It is carnivorous, requiring them to hunt for food. They will also require far more food in order to hibernate.