As it turns out, Mufasa and Taka (Scar’s true name) weren’t even biological brothers.
They became immensely close inMufasa: The Lion King, but Taka’s jealousy tore everything to pieces.
However,Mufasa and Sarabiwound up falling in love with each other instead.
Taka felt betrayed, so he made a deal with the villain ofMufasa: The Lion King, Kiros.
By the time Mufasa and co. arrived at Milele, Taka had led the Outsiders right to them.
He regretted his decision, but Mufasa wasn’t entirely forgiving.
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Of course, it was Taka’s fault that Kiros was there to attack Mufasa to begin with.
It was a severe and dangerous overreaction to a relatively small conflict between brothers.
Mufasa loved Taka, but attempted murder was just too much to forgive, especially given the timing.
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However, as a new king inMufasa: The Lion King, Mufasa’s choices were limited.
Under ordinary circumstances, Scar attempting to sacrifice himself to save Mufasa might have earned him redemption.
There must have been love there, and surely Mufasa could recognize this.
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However,as a new young king, Mufasa couldn’t ignore Scar’s betrayal.
However,being too lenient with Scar would have made Mufasa look weak.
Ultimately, the new lion king made the only choice he could at that moment.
Though he didn’t know it, this choice solidifiedMufasa’s own death inThe Lion King.
Even when Taka took on the name Scar, he still loved his brother.
He had betrayed him but also jumped in the way of Kiro’s attack just to save Mufasa.
Perhapsif Mufasa had forgiven Scar, this love would have lasted far longer.
Of course, then there would be no story.
It’s evident throughoutMufasa: The Lion KingandThe Lion Kingthat Mufasa made the best choices that he could.
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