The Beasts of Tarzan · Character
Numa
The lion, a recurring jungle predator encountered by Tarzan.
minor
First appearance: Beasts at Bay
Numa shows up with force in Beasts at Bay. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as a threat in the jungle, along with Sheeta the panther.
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In Beasts at Bay: Mentioned as a threat in the jungle, along with Sheeta the panther. Later, in IV: Sheeta: A lion killed by Tarzan and…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Jungle Wildlife
- Protagonist
- Villains and Allies
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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