The leader of the Lion Guard stands ready to protect the Pride Lands, and this tutorial covers how to draw Kion in his standard standing pose. Kion is the main protagonist of The Lion King spin-off series The Lion Guard, second-born cub of Simba and Nala. He possesses the powerful Roar of the Elders passed down from his grandfather Mufasa.
Sketching Kion in Standing Position
This guide walks through 17 steps, taking you from construction shapes to a complete drawing of Kion with his Lion Guard mark visible on his shoulder!
Kion’s Physical Traits
- Distinctive red mane tuft standing up on his head
- Bold dark eyebrow markings framing his eyes
- Lion Guard symbol on his left shoulder
- Friendly expression with slight smile
- Compact cub body in a walking stance
- Long tail with leaf-shaped tuft at the end
- Four paws with visible toe lines
- Rounded ears positioned on the sides of his head
Kion has multiple tutorials available for different poses. Check out the jumping Kion for an action scene or Kion’s face portrait for close-up practice. His older sister Kiara shares similar features with subtle differences in design.
Step Color Guide
Track your drawing progress through each stage using this system:
- Red Color: lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: lines completed earlier.
- Gray Color: base sketch for structure.
How to Draw Kion: Full Body Tutorial
Post Your Kion Drawing!
That completes the 17-step process to draw Kion with his recognizable features and Lion Guard mark. His cub proportions differ from adult lions, so pay attention to the head-to-body ratio during construction. Share your thoughts in the comments and post links to your finished Kion artwork!
PLEASE DRAW FULI FROM THE LION GUARD