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The Adventures of Captain Hatteras · Character

K. Z.

Mysterious benefactor who finances the expedition.

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First appearance: An Unexpected Letter

K. Z. shows up with force in An Unexpected Letter. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The mysterious captain of the Forward who wrote the letter.
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In An Unexpected Letter: The mysterious captain of the Forward who wrote the…

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  • Historical & External Figures
  • Forward Crew & Mutineers
  • Protagonist

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