Tawna Bandicoot[2][3] is a recurring character in the Crash Bandicoot series. She appeared in the first Crash Bandicoot game and later returned as a cast regular following the release of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy. She is a feminine anthropomorphic bandicoot who was created for the series as the girlfriend of Crash Bandicoot, specifically serving the role of damsel-in-distress in the first game; Tawna's later appearances would alter or forego this aspect of the character