# Akut — The Son of Tarzan character guide

> Akut in The Son of Tarzan by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** VII Akut, phlegmatic Akut, old Akut

**First appearance:** 0002-i

## Snapshot

A loyal great ape companion to Korak and Tarzan, bridging the human and jungle worlds.

## Who they are

Akut is a great ape who shares a deep bond with Tarzan and later his son, Korak. He is loyal and protective, often serving as a guide and ally in the jungle. His presence symbolizes the connection between the human and animal worlds, and his actions help shape Korak's identity and path.

## Relationships

### [Korak](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/characters/korak)

_friendship_

Akut, a great ape, is a loyal friend and companion to Korak, sharing adventures and mutual protection.

### [Korak](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/characters/korak)

_friendship_

Akut, a great ape, is a loyal friend and companion to Korak, sharing adventures and mutual protection.

### [Korak](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/characters/korak)

_friendship_

Akut, a great ape, is a loyal friend and companion to Korak, sharing adventures and mutual protection.

## In the story

### [The Son of Tarzan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/the-son-of-tarzan)

The ape who kills Paulvitch and becomes Korak's companion and teacher in the jungle.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/iii)

The ape Jack visits; refuses to perform after finding Tarzan; tied up by Paulvitch.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/iv)

Disguised as Jack's invalid grandmother; kills Condon when he attacks Jack.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/vi)

Teaches Jack jungle lore, including using ears and nose for danger; shares warmth during the cold night; guides Jack in finding food and water; warns Jack against approaching the native village.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/vii)

Remains a loyal companion and teacher, but grows sorrowful as he senses the boy may eventually leave him for his own kind.

### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/viii)

The wise old ape tries to integrate with a new tribe, speaks for peace, and rescues Korak from the enraged bulls.

### [The Killer and the Child](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/ix)

Korak's ape companion; initially hostile to Meriem but accepts her after Korak's intervention.

### [X](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/x)

Fights alongside Korak against Sheeta and later against the rival apes; accepts Meriem as a companion.

### [XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xi)

Warns of approaching danger, challenges the ape tribe on Korak's behalf, tends to Korak's wounds after the attack, and helps him recover.

### [XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xv)

Mentioned as one Korak occasionally hunts with during his year of wandering.

### [XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xvii)

Akut is referred to as A'ht by Meriem, described as a Mangani (ape) who was part of her jungle life with Korak.

### [XXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xxvi)

Heard calling in the distance; Korak responds, hoping Akut can approach Tantor.

### [XXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xxvii)

Appears with a score of apes, joyfully recognizing Tarzan as Lord of the Jungle.

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