Big Nate «Limited ›»

: Nate’s academic rival who frequently gets him into trouble.

Nate is an 11-and-a-half-year-old "C-grade student" who believes he is destined for greatness, despite holding the school record for the most detentions. Big Nate

: Nate’s best friend and the "voice of reason." : Nate’s academic rival who frequently gets him

Created by cartoonist , " Big Nate " is a beloved media franchise centering on the misadventures of Nate Wright , a self-described genius and rebellious sixth-grader at P.S. 38. Since its debut as a comic strip on January 7, 1991, the series has expanded into a New York Times bestselling book series and an animated television show. The Protagonist: Nate Wright : He has a severe fear of cats

: He is a gifted cartoonist, a skilled chess player, and a drummer for his rock band, Enslave the Mollusk .

: He has a severe fear of cats (ailurophobia) and a legendary love for Cheez Doodles. Key Characters