Who is the White Rabbit in 'Devil May Cry'? The mysterious trickster explained

The new 'Devil May Cry' anime on OTT is gaining attention for its thrilling action and deeper dive into the backstory of its main character, Dante. Adapted from the popular video game series by Capcom, the show brings fans a fresh take on the story while also introducing new characters. One such character that has caught the audience’s eye is the mysterious White Rabbit.
The White Rabbit is not just a new face in the anime—he’s a character with a deeper history. Originally appearing in a lesser-known 2005 manga adaptation of 'Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening,' the White Rabbit is shown to be a trickster with powers that challenge Dante’s perception of reality. Interestingly, that manga series never fully concluded, with only two volumes released and the third one never published. This made it even more surprising that Netflix decided to include this forgotten character in the animated version.
In the anime, the White Rabbit plays a significant role in creating confusion and chaos. As per Game Rant, this character has the ability to summon or control demons, and he uses this power to mess with Dante’s mind. In one scene, he even makes Dante believe that his brother Vergil has returned, although this turns out to be an illusion. This sort of deception mirrors what the character did in the manga, where he would send mannequins to fight in his place while he hid in the shadows.
The White Rabbit doesn’t stop there. In another teaser clip from the series, he is seen breaking into a museum and discovering the Force Edge sword, a legendary weapon that once belonged to Dante’s father, Sparda. He even leads a group of demons and wields a rocket launcher—making it clear that he’s not just some side character but a real threat.
Some fans are speculating that the White Rabbit might actually be a disguised version of a known character. One popular theory is that he could be Arkham, who previously tricked Dante in 'Devil May Cry 3' under the name Jester. Others believe that the White Rabbit is simply a reimagined version of the original manga character, added to give the Netflix show a more unique storyline that still stays true to the game’s dark and twisted world.
Whatever the case may be, the White Rabbit has certainly brought a new level of mystery and excitement to the Devil May Cry universe. Whether he turns out to be a key villain or a clever distraction remains to be seen—but one thing is certain: his presence has left fans intrigued and wanting more.