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Billali

An elderly Amahagger chieftain who guides the Englishmen through the caves of Kôr and serves as wary intermediary between them and the terrible Queen.

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Also known as old Billali, poor Billali

First appearance: The Plain of Kôr

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Billali is the first Amahagger to treat the outsiders with something like courtesy, addressing Holly as 'my Baboon' with an affection that sits oddly beside his fear of Ayesha. He knows the ancient tunnels, the tombs of…

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  • Social
  • Professional

Character groups

  • Ancient and Reincarnated Lovers
  • Protagonist

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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