The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
The wise leader of the wild geese who guides Nils on his adventure.
The Boy
The leader of the wild geese, who allows Nils to join the flock.
The Wild Geese
Referenced as the old mother-goose who warns the tame geese not to follow the wild geese, saying they will suffer hunger and cold.
The Big Checked Cloth
Akka leads the flock of wild geese that fly around Nils, calling out descriptions of the land below.
Akka from Kebnekaise
Akka is introduced as the wise and experienced leader of the wild geese, guiding the flock with authority and deep knowledge of the landscape.
Evening
Leads the wild geese with a stern attitude, giving curt advice to Morten when he falls behind. Shows contempt for tame geese.
Night
Implied as the leader of the wild geese; the geese fly away at dawn without seeing Nils.
Goose-Play
Akka leads the wild geese in the strategic game to rescue Nils, orchestrating the repeated flights that exhaust Smirre.
The Wonderful Journey of Nils
The wise leader of the wild geese flock who accepts Nils into the group.
In Övid Cloister Park
Akka watches over Nils, warns him about dangers, and negotiates with the elf for his return to human form. She offers him the chance to go home but respects his decision to continue the journey.
Glimminge Castle
Akka leads the wild geese to Glimminge Castle and provides guidance.
The Stork
The wise leader goose who receives the invitation to Kullaberg, decides to help the black rats despite her limitations, and takes Nils along for his night vision and alertness.
The Rat Charmer
Awakened by the lady owl in the stork-nest; she had arranged for the pipe to be sent via Flammea.
The Great Crane Dance on Kullaberg
Akka leads the wild geese to the gathering, arriving late after searching for Nils and rescuing him from the gray rats.
In Rainy Weather
Leads the flock with strict discipline during the rainy flight.
The Stairway with the Three Steps
Decides to change the geese's route eastward through Blekinge due to frozen conditions in Småland.
By Ronneby River
The leader-goose who finds safe sleeping spots and refuses Smirre's demand to hand over Nils, stating the flock would willingly die for him.
Karlskrona
Akka leads the flock to Karlskrona and lands on a church tower for safety from Smirre Fox.
The Trip to Öland
Akka leads the flock to Öland following the gray goose's advice, and later navigates through the mist by using the sound of a cannon to orient herself.
Öland's Southern Point
Informs Nils that the goosey-gander is missing and leads the flock.
Little Karl's Island
Leads the flock to Little Karl's Island.
The Storm
Akka leads the flock through the storm, constantly warning them to stay awake and alerting them to the seals. Her vigilance is crucial for their survival.
The Sheep
Leads the flock to the cave and asks Nils to watch for the foxes.
Hell's Hole
Mentioned as someone Nils considers consulting for advice on helping the sheep.
Two Cities
Leads the flock over the cities, providing guidance and perspective.
The City at the Bottom of the Sea
Mentioned as the leader of the wild geese; Herr Ermenrich asks if Nils wants to speak with her.
The Living City
Tries to convince Nils that the sunken city was a dream or hallucination.
The Legend of Småland
Akka decides the flock must travel northward to Östergötland without delay, noting that spring has advanced rapidly.
Kidnapped by Crows
Leads the wild geese in searching for Nils, calling out overhead, but is unable to locate him.
The Old Peasant Woman
Akka is referenced as the leader who commanded the wild geese to search for Nils in pairs and arranged a meeting at Taberg.
From Taberg to Huskvarna
Waits on Taberg's summit with the flock, leading the rejoicing when Morten Goosey-Gander and Dunfin return with Nils.
The Big Bird Lake
Leads the flock and provides guidance about the lake and its inhabitants.
The Lowering of the Lake
Mentioned as part of the flock of big gray birds that land on the island where Per Ola is taken.
Ulvåsa-Lady
Leader of the wild geese, guiding the flock and sharing wisdom.
Retribution
Akka narrates the story of Grayskin the elk to Karr, detailing the elk's brave sacrifice.
The Wind Witch
Akka leads the flock with wisdom and calm, guiding them through the storm's challenges.
Market Eve
Akka and the wild geese are sleeping on the island when Nils leaves with the horse.
The Breaking Up of the Ice
Akka is implied as the leader of the wild geese flock that guides the children to safety.
The Ironworks
Leads the wild geese but is separated from Nils after the wind gust; not directly present in the chapter but referenced as part of the flock.
The Flood
Leads the flock to safety, guiding them through the dangerous floodwaters.
The Swans
Leader of the wild geese; brings the flock to Hjälsta Bay after receiving the false message; tries to maintain order.
Dunfin
As leader of the wild geese, Akka decides to allow Dunfin to travel with them.
The City That Floats on the Water
Akka initially hesitates but agrees to Dunfin's request to visit the archipelago.
The Sisters
Leads the wild geese; warns Dunfin about her sisters; recognized by the eagle Gorgo.
Stockholm
Akka leads the flock to Stockholm and provides guidance to Nils during their visit.
Gorgo, the Eagle
The wise leader of the wild geese who raised Gorgo and guides him.
In the Mountain Glen
The old leader-goose who reluctantly raises the orphaned eaglet Gorgo, teaching him as a gosling but ultimately rejecting him when he embraces his eagle nature.
In Captivity
Mentioned as safe and with the wild geese in Lapland.
On Over Gästrikland
Leads the flock over Gästrikland.
The Precious Girdle
Referenced as Gorgo's foster-mother; Gorgo hopes Nils can mediate their quarrel.
A Day in Hälsingland
Leads the flock through Hälsingland, guiding the journey.
A Morning in Ångermanland
Leads the flock and provides guidance during the morning.
The Bread
Referenced indirectly when Nils compares his treatment by Gorgo to his travels with the wild geese.
Westbottom and Lapland
Akka leads the flock through the northern territories, guiding Nils and the geese.
The Meeting
Found keeping watch over the glen; she listens to Nils's story, approves his help for Smirre, and insists they must free Gorgo from captivity.
Osa, the Goose Girl, and Little Mats
Akka takes Nils to Malmberget, where they find Little Mats injured. She is present as Nils goes for help.
Homeward Bound!
Leads the flock back to Skåne, showing wisdom and care for Nils.
The First Travelling Day
Leads the flock southward, teaches the goslings to fly and learn mountain names, and has spent the summer with Nils and Gorgo.
Legends from Härjedalen
Saw a hunter and led the geese away; knows the elf's condition but hasn't told Nils.
Vermland and Dalsland
Akka confirms the truth of Bataki's story and agrees to keep the secret from Morten Goosey-Gander.
A Little Homestead
Implied as leader of the wild geese that Nils is traveling with.
The Treasure on the Island
Guides the flock and advises Nils during the island adventure.
On Their Way to the Sea
Akka leads the flock as they fly over Bohuslän toward the sea.
The Gift of the Wild Geese
Leads the geese to the Väder Islands to show Nils the buried treasure, intending to reward him for his service.
The Journey to Vemminghög
Leads the flock and shows the goslings the appearance of foreign lands by flying over various Skåne landscapes.
Home at Last
Brings Nils home; bids him farewell and asks him to advocate for wild animals' sanctuaries.
The Parting with the Wild Geese
Old Mother Akka turns back and recognizes Nils; she and the flock bid him a fond farewell.
