Kinger is shown as unpredictable, suspicious, and incapable of heroic deeds. He also acts erratically, which suggests that his experience in the circus has driven him insane. It is claimed that he lacks awareness of his surroundings because he frequently appears surprised by and forgets that others are there. such as Gangle, to name one. Kinger reacts to things very slowly; it can take him up to a second to recognize someone standing next to him.