Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ - Characters & Cast

Her primary motivation is to protect innocent people from Hawk Moth and his villains. On a personal level, she is motivated by her strong feelings for Adrien and her desire to balance her superhero life with her personal happiness.

Marinette begins the film excited about the prospect of spending time with Adrien in New York. As Ladybug, she is confident in her abilities but is deeply shaken by what she perceives as Cat Noir's betrayal. Her arc sees her grappling with the immense pressure of being a guardian, leading to a moment of despair where she almost gives up. She ultimately learns the importance of forgiveness and communication in leadership, reaffirming her commitment to her role as a hero.

Adrien is motivated by a desire for freedom and a longing for connection, which he finds in his partnership with Ladybug. He is also driven by a strong sense of justice and a desire to protect others, even when he feels he has failed.

Adrien starts off yearning for more freedom from his restrictive father. He is overjoyed at the chance to go to New York, but his decision to do so without informing Ladybug leads to disastrous consequences in Paris. Wracked with guilt and hurt by Ladybug's anger, he renounces Plagg and his identity as Cat Noir. His journey is one of recognizing the weight of his responsibilities and understanding that his partnership with Ladybug is essential, culminating in him reclaiming his Miraculous to help save the day.

Jessica is motivated by a desire to prove her worth and step out of her mother's shadow. She wants to be a respected hero and make a real difference in the world.

Jessica is introduced as Sparrow, the sidekick to her mother, Knight Owl. She desires to be a hero in her own right but is held back by her mother's overprotectiveness. Throughout the film, she proves her courage and resourcefulness. Her arc culminates in her receiving the Eagle Miraculous and becoming the superhero Eagle, earning her mother's respect and establishing her own identity as a hero.

Uncanny Valley is motivated by her programming to protect humanity and uphold justice. She is also driven by a growing curiosity about human nature and friendship.

As an android, Uncanny Valley initially operates on logic and probability. Her ability to see through Ladybug and Cat Noir's disguises makes her a potential threat, but she chooses to help them. Her arc involves learning about human emotions and the importance of hope and taking chances, even when the odds are stacked against them. She becomes a crucial ally who bridges the gap between the Parisian and American heroes.

His overarching motivation remains the same: to obtain the Ladybug and Cat Miraculous to bring his wife back. In this film, his immediate motivation is to acquire the Eagle Miraculous as a means to that end.

Hawk Moth's arc in this film is an expansion of his villainous ambitions. He travels to New York with the specific goal of acquiring the Eagle Miraculous to enhance his powers. He demonstrates his strategic cunning by creating a diversion in Paris to draw out the heroes. His discovery that there are other Miraculous around the world broadens the scope of his quest and sets the stage for future conflicts.