Puyo is the titular character and mascot of the 'Puyo Puyo' puzzle game series. Unlike other main characters, Puyo does not have a complex personality or backstory. Instead, Puyo is a small, round, and colorful blob-like creature that serves as the basic puzzle piece in the games. In the series, players must match and clear these Puyos to achieve high scores. While not a protagonist, Puyo is central to the gameplay and visual identity of the franchise.