Ranger Hong is a male forest ranger, described as a handsome middle-aged man with rescue experience. He lives near the area and is familiar with the southern parts of the mountain. Uncle Li brings him to guide the search party. He wears a raincoat with a glowing hood light and provides crucial guidance, noting elephant dung and crushed bamboo, indicating a herd passed through. He speculates that Lin Xingmian and Yin Ming avoided the elephants and headed opposite. His expertise helps locate the missing individuals. Ranger Hong represents local knowledge and safety in the wilderness.
