The Maracot Deep · Character

Berbrix

An aged Atlantean elder whose quiet authority and command of ancient knowledge guide the strangers through a civilization that has outlived the surface world.

supporting

Also known as Old Berbrix

First appearance: iv

As a supporting figure in The Maracot Deep, Berbrix is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Scanlan's friend and confidant, helps demonstrate the radio receiver and is described as fat and jovial.

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Old Berbrix belongs to the ruling circle of Atlantis, where rank follows wisdom rather than wealth, and he helps preside over the great hall where Maracot projects the tale of the Stratford's voyage. He embodies the deep patience of a people who have watched the upper world forget them, weighing the newcomers with a curiosity that is neither wholly trustful nor hostile. His willingness to let the earth-men speak for themselves opens the way for the expedition's fragile place among the Atlanteans.

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Character groups

Atlantean society and crew
Protagonist
Expedition crew and guides

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

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Relationships

Bill Scanlan
rivalry · negative
Berbrix, a sinister Atlantean priest, is hostile and antagonistic toward Bill Scanlan. How this plays out →
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rivalry · negative
Bill Scanlan
rivalry · negative
Berbrix, a sinister Atlantean priest, is hostile and antagonistic toward Bill Scanlan. How this plays out →

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