Sagaxus

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Sagaxus is a character from the Redwall book series. He is an anthropomorphic badger.

Son of Badger Lord Hightor of Salamandastron, Sagaxus is also known as Sagax, and his full name means wise, or wisdom, in some unknown language. Growing up, Sagax's greatest friend was a troublesome and gluttonous hare-gluttonous even for such a beast-named Bescarum, Scarum for short. Hanging out with the mischievous hare led to trouble, and finally the two left the mountain to go off on their own. Hightor approved, as he thought it would be a chance for his son and Scarum to grow up.

Setting out on a journey with a sea otter named Kroova Wavedog, Sagax quickly became disenchanted with his hare friend. Scarum's overly gluttonous matter, combined with his fibbing personality and bad manners, led to quite a bit of tension between the two. This, however, was nothing compared to the trouble the gang ran into, as they ran afoul of a gang of Freebooters.

Held captive by the vile corsairs, the three were saved by Trisscar Swordmaid the squirrel and Shogg the otter, both adversaries of the Pure Ferrets, who commanded the Freebooters. Joining forces, the band of five set out for Redwall Abbey. Sagax became good friends with Triss and Shogg, and joined in the search for the lost badger keep of Brockhall.

In the chambers of the great dwelling, Sagax joined his newfound friends in battle with the Freebooters and three evil adders. Overtaken by the fearsome Bloodwrath, he slew the adder known as Harssacss. He helped cleanse the woodlands of Freebooters, and joined Triss as she sailed to Riftgard, home of the Pure Ferrets. Pausing only to stop at Salamandastron, Sagax and co. overthrew the vermin and freed their slaves.

Afterwards, Sagax came to live at Redwall with Bescarum. He planned to visit home once every season, and also arrange for his parents Hightor and Meleon to visit the Abbey.

Sagaxus' weapon is a massive battleaxe, like that wielded by Orlando the Axe. It was taken from Plugg Firetail. His name came from the fact that his mother hoped he would grow to be like his ancestor, Russano the Wise. He was voiced by Ron Meadows.