There, Zira raised Kovu to resent the Pride Landers and, in particular, the royal family.
However, once Simba rose to the throne, he exiled Kovu and his pride to the Outlands. Shortly after his birth, Kovu was named the chosen heir of Scar. He is the son of Zira, the younger brother of Nuka and Vitani, and the mate of Kiara. He is the prince consort of Pride Rock through his marriage to Kiara. Or am I to be blamed for a crime I didn't commit? ―Kovu challenges Simba's judgment Zira, Jasiri (formerly), Kiara (formerly), Kion (formerly), Simba (formerly) Kiara, Kion, Nala, Pumbaa, Rafiki, Simba, Timon, Vitani, Nuka (formerly), Zira (formerly)
