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Numa

The lion, a constant threat in the jungle.

minor

Also known as the baffled Numa, Monsieur Numa, Madame Numa

First appearance: vi jungle battles

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TATarzanSTSamuel T. Phil…KEKerchakPPProfessor PorterSASaborNUNuma

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Castaways and Rescuers
  • Protagonist
  • Ape Tribe and Family

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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