The Lost Continent · Character

Unknown Narrator

A disciplined Atlantean lord recalled from governing Yucatan, he narrates his collision with an empire whose new Empress has already chosen him as her prize.

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Also known as today, mine, Myself, yours, your, yourself

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The narrator discovers the manuscript with Coppinger and later corresponds with him about its ownership.

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He returns home expecting routine obedience to a royal summons, only to find Atlantis transformed by Phorenice's self-deifying rule and his own fame turned into a dangerous commodity. His loyalty to the old Priestly Clan and his growing bond with Nais pull against the Empress's demand that he serve her will. His outsider's ignorance of court intrigue makes him both vulnerable and useful as the story's eyes.

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Relationship types

Psychological
Rivalry
Friendship
Romantic
Other

Character groups

Major Atlantean Figures
Minor and Collective Characters
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Narrative arc

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Zaemon
psychological · ambivalent
The narrator is deeply entangled with Zaemon, who seems to exert a powerful, possibly… How this plays out →
Phorenice
rivalry · negative
Deucalion
friendship · positive
Nais
romantic · positive
The Woman
psychological · ambivalent
Tob
friendship · positive
Tatho
friendship · positive
Ylga
social · ambivalent
The Gods
psychological · ambivalent
Ro
friendship · positive
Zaemon
psychological · ambivalent
The narrator is deeply entangled with Zaemon, who seems to exert a powerful, possibly… How this plays out →
Phorenice
rivalry · negative

Zaemon
The narrator is deeply entangled with Zaemon, who seems to exert a powerful, possibly manipulative influence over them.
Phorenice
Phorenice and the narrator are locked in a tense adversarial dynamic, often clashing over power or ideology.
Deucalion
Deucalion acts as a loyal ally and companion to the narrator, offering support and camaraderie.
Nais
Nais shares a tender, romantic bond with the narrator, marked by affection and emotional intimacy.
The Woman
The Woman has a mysterious, possibly obsessive hold over the narrator, creating an uneasy psychological pull.
Tob
Tob is a steadfast friend to the narrator, providing practical help and loyalty.
Tatho
Tatho is a companion to the narrator, sharing in their journey and offering occasional aid.
Ylga
The narrator and Ylga have a passing acquaintance, interacting within the broader social circle.
The Gods
The Gods loom over the narrator as distant, manipulative forces, inspiring both awe and fear.
Ro
Ro is a friendly ally to the narrator, offering companionship and support.
Zaemon
The narrator is deeply entangled with Zaemon, who seems to exert a powerful, possibly manipulative influence over them.
Phorenice
Phorenice and the narrator are locked in a tense adversarial dynamic, often clashing over power or ideology.

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Unknown Narrator appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Prefatory
The narrator discovers the manuscript with Coppinger and later corresponds with him about its ownership.
IX: Phorenice, Goddess
The narrator, a member of the Seven Priests, travels through secret passages and observes the city's excitement.
XV: Zaemon’s Summons
Describes his harsh exile in the volcanic lands, his physical suffering, and his longing for Nais. He negotiates with Zaemon for Nais's safety in exchange for his service.
XX: On the Bosom of the Deep
The narrator describes the journey in the Ark, his destruction of the sacred writings, and his rewriting of Atlantis's history.

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