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Lion

A majestic and dangerous lion encountered by Quatermain in a tale.

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Also known as myself

First appearance: a tale of three lions

Lion shows up with force in Long Odds. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Large black-maned lion that kills Kaptein and, with its mate and cubs, feeds near Quatermain.
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Lion first appears in 0002 a tale of three lions.

In Long Odds: Large black-maned lion that kills Kaptein and, with its mate and cubs, feeds near Quatermain.

Later, in What Was Found in the Pool: The lioness that attacks the camp and kills Jim-Jim.

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupBreaking pointAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

The emotional and psychological peak occurs when Quatermain’s search for a lost half-sovereign leads him to di…

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See Lion in a tale of three lions