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Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle · Character

Numa

The lion, a recurring jungle predator and sometimes ally.

minor

Also known as Ulala Numa, Ulala, Numa the lion

First appearance: i tantor the elephant

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ZUZuthoSBSir BertramSGSir GalahadBABatandoTATaboNUNuma

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Ibn Jad Clan & Jungle Allies
  • Assorted Characters & Minor Roles

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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