Zuni Folktales · Character
Etawa
An elder character mentioned in some Zuni narratives.
minor
Also known as old Etawa
First appearance: zuni folktales
Etawa shows up with force in The Revenge of the Two Brothers on the Háwikuhkwe, or the Two Little Ones and Their Turkeys. The page is where that presence becomes real.
An old turtle who announces the victory and participates in the ceremony; later becomes proud and leaves.
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In The Revenge of the Two Brothers on the Háwikuhkwe, or the Two Little Ones and Their Turkeys: An old turtle who announces the victory and…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Elders and Testers
- Twin War Gods and Companions
- Clever Elders and Animals
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
The emotional and psychological peak occurs when the children’s joyful play turns to horror as the elder siste…
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