Skellington is a secondary protagonist introduced in the second half of Animation vs. Minecraft Shorts Season 3. A skeleton student of Herobrine's Monster School, he eventually teams up with Red and joins the fight against King Orange.

Appearance

Skellington resembles a standard Minecraft skeleton but wears a yellow headband throughout Season 3, signifying his place on the Yellow Team alongside Red and the others.

Personality

Initially arrogant and antagonistic, Skellington starts off as a hostile classmate who bullies Red over a petty grudge. He’s portrayed as insecure, especially about his poor archery skills, which fuels his bitterness. However, as the series progresses, Skellington undergoes a gradual shift in character. While he retains his aggressive and sarcastic tendencies—often taunting others or rushing into fights—he proves himself a loyal ally willing to stand his ground.

Skellington's development is marked by his refusal to abandon his friends even when given the opportunity to flee. During the final battle against King Orange, he continues fighting to the very end, showcasing a strong sense of loyalty and courage beneath his gruff exterior. Though far from perfect, he’s a dependable teammate with a sharp edge and unwavering determination.

Powers & Abilities

• Teamwork: Skellington thrives when working with others, especially once he puts aside his pride and focuses on supporting his team.

• Archery: Initially struggling due to holding his bow backwards, Skellington later becomes an impressive archer with rapid-fire accuracy.

• Durability: Remarkably tough, Skellington has survived being impaled, flung into the air by obsidian, and struck with powerful blows—always getting back up to continue fighting.

• Expert Chef: Although not shown on-screen, Skellington received an A+ in Cooking at Monster School, proving his skills in the culinary arts.

Appearances

• Animation vs. Minecraft Shorts Season 3

  • Monster School (debut)

  • The Raid

  • Note Block Universe

  • The King

• Actual Shorts Season 1

  • Fireworks (as a firework)

  • Rainstorm

• Animation vs. Minecraft Shorts Season 4

  • Note Block Concert

  Trivia

  • Skellington is a fairly faithful adaptation of his original counterpart from Willcraft’s Monster School, maintaining his role as a master chef and best friend to Spider.

  • However, in the AVM Shorts, Skellington is portrayed as far more aggressive and mean-spirited than in the original series.

  • His transition from a spiteful bully to a determined fighter highlights one of the more dynamic character arcs in Monster School.