# The Indian — Vathek character guide

> The Indian in Vathek by William Beckford.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0001-vathek

## Who they are

A mysterious figure who brings Vathek magical swords and knowledge.

## Relationships

### [Vathek](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/vathek_se/characters/vathek)

_psychological_

The Indian is a mysterious merchant who tempts Vathek with magical wares, sparking his obsessive quest for power.

### [Vathek](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/vathek_se/characters/vathek)

_psychological_

The Indian is a mysterious merchant who tempts Vathek with magical wares, sparking his obsessive quest for power.

### [Vathek](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/vathek_se/characters/vathek)

_psychological_

The Indian is a mysterious merchant who tempts Vathek with magical wares, sparking his obsessive quest for power.

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