Nermal

Nermal is a small, self-proclaimed 'world's cutest kitten' whose boundless vanity and adorableness make him an enduring thorn in Garfield's side. His cheerful obliviousness to being unwelcome fuels much of his comedy.

Few characters can claim to be both utterly adorable and genuinely insufferable at the same time, but Nermal pulls it off with effortless charm. Debuting in Garfield #3 in 1981 — right in the heart of the Bronze Age — this Jim Davis creation has spent over three decades sharing panels with the likes of Garfield, Jon Arbuckle, Odie, and Arlene across Boom! Studios' catalog. Small in stature but enormous in self-regard, Nermal occupies that perfect comedic niche as a recurring presence whose very existence seems designed to get under a certain lasagna-loving cat's skin. Whether you're a lifelong Garfield devotee or just discovering the funny pages in collected form, Nermal is one of those supporting players who proves that even a modest appearance count can leave a lasting impression.