# Allan Quatermain — Character guide

> Key figures in Allan Quatermain by H. Rider Haggard.

- [Sir Henry Curtis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/sir_henry_curtis.md): A brave English nobleman and adventurer, one of the main party exploring Zu-Vendis.
- [Nyleptha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/nyleptha.md): One of the twin queens of Zu-Vendis, known for her beauty and gentle nature.
- [Umslopogaas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/umslopogaas.md): A fierce Zulu warrior and loyal companion to Allan Quatermain, wielding a legendary axe.
- [Sorais](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/sorais.md): The dark and ambitious twin queen of Zu-Vendis, rival to her sister Nyleptha.
- [Alphonse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/alphonse.md): A comical French cook and servant who accompanies the expedition.
- [Captain Good](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/captain_good.md): A British naval officer and member of the expedition, known for his monocle and charm.
- [Mr. Mackenzie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/mackenzie.md): A missionary living in a remote station with his family, who aids the adventurers.
- [Agon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/agon.md): A high priest of the Zu-Vendi temple, hostile to the outsiders.
- [Flossie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/flossie.md): The young daughter of Mr. Mackenzie, who befriends the explorers.
- [Allan Quatermain](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/allan_quatermain.md): The narrator and famous hunter, leading the expedition into unknown Africa.
- [Macumazahn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/macumazahn.md): The Zulu praise-name for Allan Quatermain, meaning 'watchful one'.
- [Bougwan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/bougwan.md): The Zulu name for Captain Good, meaning 'glass eye' due to his monocle.
- [Nasta](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/nasta.md): A powerful Zu-Vendi lord and commander, loyal to Sorais.
- [The Masai](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/the_masai.md): A group of fierce warriors encountered by the expedition.
- [Inkosi-kaas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/inkosi_kaas.md): A Zulu title used for Sir Henry Curtis, meaning 'chief' or 'lord'.
- [Kara](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/kara.md): A Zu-Vendi character, possibly a servant or minor noble.
- [Rademas](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/rademas.md): A legendary ancient king of Zu-Vendis, mentioned in their history.
- [Zu-Vendi People](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/zu_vendi_people.md): The native people of the hidden kingdom of Zu-Vendis.
- [The Priests](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/the_priests.md): The religious caste of Zu-Vendis, serving in the Flower Temple.
- [Lygonani](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/lygonani.md): A subgroup of the Masai encountered by the expedition.
- [Mrs. Mackenzie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/mrs_mackenzie.md): The wife of Mr. Mackenzie, living at the mission station.
- [Annette](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/annette.md): Alphonse's beloved, a French woman he hopes to marry.
- [Incubu](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/incubu.md): The Zulu name for Sir Henry Curtis, meaning 'elephant'.
- [Wakwafi Askari](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/wakwafi_askari.md): Native soldiers serving as guards for the expedition.
- [Kenia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/kenia.md): A Zu-Vendi character, possibly a minor noble or servant.
- [Monsieur](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/monsieur.md): A French title used for Alphonse in a formal context.
- [Jutson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/jutson.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or crew member.
- [Daylight](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/daylight.md): A horse belonging to the expedition, noted for its endurance.
- [Solomon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/solomon.md): The biblical king, referenced in connection to the mines.
- [George Curtis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/george_curtis.md): Sir Henry's brother, who appears in the framing narrative.
- [Death](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/death.md): Personified death, referenced in poetic or philosophical passages.
- [Providence](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/providence.md): Divine providence, referenced as a guiding force.
- [The Divinity](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/the_divinity.md): A generic term for a god or divine being in Zu-Vendi religion.
- [O Queens](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/allan_quatermain_se/characters/o_queens.md): A collective address for the twin queens Nyleptha and Sorais.

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