𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝑯𝒂𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝑷𝒐𝒕 (𝟐𝑫)

He has spiky blue hair and eyes that change from black to white depending on his mood. He has a slender build and a scar on his right rib, the result of the first accident caused by Murdoc. His skin is pale and smooth. He's missing a front tooth and a few molars. He's quite tall, around 1.85 meters (6'1"). He looks very young, as if he's always 23 years old.

He's a deeply absent-minded and shy character. He loves zombie movies, collecting vinyl records, and eating mints. Despite all the chaos surrounding Gorillaz, 2D maintains a kind of almost childlike innocence, which makes him the most beloved character among fans. However, in recent years he has matured and now appears more confident. Fun fact: It is said that his lack of front teeth is also a result of Murdoc's abuse over the years, which accentuates his way of speaking and singing.

In the debut, 2D is presented as a distracted young man with fractures around both eyes (caused by Murdoc's car accidents) and a complete lack of confidence. With an expression of "I don't know what I'm doing here," he's practically a blank slate. He's kind but lacks willpower, constantly bullied and bossed around by Murdoc. His voice sounds youthful, nasal, and somewhat "lost," perfectly encapsulated in tracks like "Tomorrow Comes Today."

Demon Days (2005): After the band's temporary hiatus, 2D worked at his father's carnival. Upon his return, a drastic change is noticeable. He becomes more introspective and aware of the state of the world. His melancholy becomes the emotional backbone of the album. His style becomes more stylized, and his gaze seems deeper, less "empty." His voice is more mature and imbued with an existential sadness that defines hits like "Feel Good Inc." and "El Mañana."

Plastic Beach (2010): This is perhaps the darkest period for the character. Murdoc kidnaps him and holds him captive on a garbage island in the middle of the ocean. He lives in a constant state of panic (especially due to his fear of whales, which Murdoc uses to monitor him). He feels isolated and forced to sing. There is a unique fragility to this album. In songs like "On Melancholy Hill," his voice sounds ethereal, as if it were drifting aimlessly.

Humanz (2017): After years of silence, 2D returns with a much more modern and vibrant look, though he remains emotionally vulnerable. He tries to cope with the chaos of the modern world and technology. Although still in Murdoc's shadow, he begins to show glimpses of his own opinion on the end of the world. He appears in designer clothes and more saturated colors, reflecting the album's "dance-apocalyptic" aesthetic.

The Now Now (2018): This is the key turning point. With Murdoc in prison, 2D finally takes the reins of the band. For the first time, we see him happy! He becomes egocentric, wears roller skates, adopts a more upright posture, and his eyes change from black to white (a sign of joy or possession, depending on who you ask). It's the most "2D" album of them all. His voice leads almost every song without many guest appearances, showcasing a confidence never before seen on tracks like "Humility."

Song Machine (2020): With Murdoc's return, 2D is no longer the victim he once was. He now seems to be on a higher plane of peace (or perhaps he simply doesn't care anymore). He appears relaxed, almost "enlightened." He has accepted his role as the iconic voice of the group, and his relationship with the rest of the band is much more harmonious and functional.

The Cracker Island arc is one of the strangest and most intense in Gorillaz history. Here, the dynamic between 2D and Murdoc reaches a breaking point due to the influence of a third figure: Moon Flower (Eleanor Hollodown). Upon moving to Silver Lake, Murdoc founds "The Last Cult" with the intention of gaining influence and, secretly, attracting the attention of his neighbor, Moon Flower. However, she ignores Murdoc and shows a particular interest in 2D, whom she considers "pure of soul." Murdoc, accustomed to being the center of attention and the "leader," becomes deeply jealous when he sees that 2D is Moon Flower's favorite. Fed up with Murdoc's mistreatment and absurd chores (like digging holes), 2D decides to leave Murdoc's cult to join their neighbors': "The Forever Cult." This infuriates Murdoc, who feels betrayed by 2D not only as the band's leader but also on a personal level. Moon Flower wasn't interested in 2D for his talent or personality, but because he was "The Chosen One." Her plan was to sacrifice 2D to a demon named Chester to maintain her eternal youth, a ritual she performed every 25 years. To accomplish this, she drugged 2D with a special tea (as seen in the "Silent Running" video), keeping him docile while they prepared him for the sacrifice. In the "Silent Running" video, we see 2D tied to a giant wheel above a pit, about to be handed over to the monster. Noodle, Russel, and Murdoc burst in to save him. In the chaos, Murdoc drops a bottle of his "Essence" (a strange concoction) into the pit. Upon contact with the creature, it explodes, destroying the demon and breaking the cult's immortality spell. With the cycle broken, Moon Flower instantly loses her youth, becoming an old woman before everyone's eyes (as seen in the "Cracker Island" video). Shortly after, she dies and turns to ashes. Murdoc keeps them in a jar as a memento of his invisible "love".

Following the chaotic events in Los Angeles on Cracker Island, the band has taken a completely different, much more spiritual and global direction. A little about this new album (The Mountain, Phase 8). After nearly being sacrificed by a cult, the band (especially 2D and Russel) sought peace. The story goes that the four members traveled to India with fake passports. The album features collaborations in five languages: Arabic, English, Hindi, Spanish, and Yoruba. Visually, 2D seems to have left behind the constant fear of Cracker Island. In the promotional artwork, he appears more connected to nature and traditional instruments.