Okun (The Elder Brother)
Role: The elder of the two brothers and the original caretaker of the family farm.
Age: Middle-aged, in his late 40s.
Personality: Okun is strong-willed, proud, and deeply connected to his ancestors. He holds the farm and its legacy in high regard, often seeing it as a symbol of his life’s work. Although his pride and reluctance to hand over control of the farm lead to conflict, he is also deeply loving and cares about the well-being of his family. He struggles with the fact that age and illness are taking away his ability to manage the farm.
Appearance: He has a strong, weathered face with a few signs of aging—wrinkles around his eyes and a slight stoop in his posture from years of hard work. His clothes are simple but have a dignified quality, signifying his role as the family’s elder.
Role in the Resolution: Okun agrees to share leadership of the farm with Omo. Over time, he learns the importance of letting go of his pride and allowing younger generations to take charge when needed, Portrait of an elderly man wearing traditional clothing. He holds a wooden staff and stands in a field. Background shows distant mountains and cloudy sky. The character reflects strong personality and connection to ancestry