# American Indian Stories — Character guide

> Key figures in American Indian Stories by Zitkála-Šá.

- [Blue-Star Woman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/blue_star_woman.md): A mysterious woman whose identity and origins are central to the story.
- [Tusee](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/tusee.md): A warrior's daughter who shows courage and independence.
- [Chief High Flier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/chief_high_flier.md): A respected chief known for his leadership and wisdom.
- [Dawée](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/dawee.md): A young Sioux man who experiences the clash of cultures.
- [Wiyaka-Napbina](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/wiya_ka_napbina.md): A character involved in traditional Sioux life and storytelling.
- [Judéwin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/judewin.md): A friend or relative of the narrator during school days.
- [Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/mother.md): The narrator's mother, a strong influence in her early life.
- [Thowin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/thowin.md): A character mentioned in the context of family or community.
- [The Great Spirit](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/the_great_spirit.md): The supreme deity in Sioux spirituality, often invoked.
- [Cousin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/cousin.md): A cousin of the narrator, appearing in childhood memories.
- [Chän](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/chan.md): A minor character in the narrative, possibly a relative.
- [Uncle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/uncle.md): The narrator's uncle, a figure in her early life.
- [Warca-Ziwin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/warca_ziwin.md): A character associated with nature and traditional stories.
- [Haraka Wambdi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/haraka_wambdi.md): A figure mentioned in the context of Sioux legends.
- [Ohiyesa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/ohiyesa.md): A historical Sioux name referenced in the narrative.
- [Small Voice Woman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/small_voice_woman.md): A character in a story or legend within the book.
- [Chief Powhatan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/american_indian_stories_se/characters/chief_powhatan.md): A historical Native American leader mentioned in passing.

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