# The Rescue — Character guide

> Key figures in The Rescue by Joseph Conrad.

- [Mrs. Travers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/emma_travers.md): A strong-willed woman aboard the yacht, drawn into Lingard's world and the political intrigues of the coast.
- [Captain Lingard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/captain_lingard.md): A legendary adventurer and trader known as Rajah Laut, who becomes entangled in local politics and his own past.
- [Mr. Travers](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/mr_travers.md): Emma's husband, a wealthy and conventional man who clashes with Lingard's world.
- [Carter](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/carter.md): The pragmatic and loyal sailing master of the yacht, who respects Lingard's skill.
- [Jörgenson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/jorgenson.md): An old, enigmatic trader and former captain, now a mysterious figure on the coast.
- [D'Alcacer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/d_al_cacer.md): A Spanish nobleman and guest on the yacht, who observes the unfolding drama with detached wit.
- [Belarab](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/belarab.md): A powerful and pious Malay ruler, whose authority and alliances are central to the conflict.
- [Hassim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/hassim.md): A young Malay prince and ally of Lingard, seeking to regain his position.
- [Immada](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/immada.md): Hassim's sister, a princess who is deeply involved in the political negotiations.
- [Tengga](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/tengga.md): A rival Malay leader who challenges Belarab's authority.
- [Daman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/daman.md): A fierce and influential warrior chief allied with Tengga.
- [Jaffir](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/jaffir.md): A loyal follower of Hassim, who carries messages and risks his life.
- [Shaw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/shaw.md): The chief mate of Lingard's brig, the Lightning.
- [Haji Wasub](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/haji_wasub.md): An old and trusted advisor to Belarab, often serving as an intermediary.
- [Don Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/don_martin.md): A Spanish guest on the yacht, companion to D'Alcacer.
- [Sir John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/sir_john.md): A British naval officer who appears in the later parts of the story.
- [Sentot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/sentot.md): A follower of Daman, involved in the conflicts.
- [Ningrat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/ningrat.md): A follower of Daman, involved in the conflicts.
- [Moor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/moor.md): A character mentioned in the context of the crew or local population.
- [Mosey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/mosey.md): A sailor on the yacht, part of the crew.
- [Dawson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/dawson.md): A sailor on the yacht, part of the crew.
- [Waal](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/waal.md): A character mentioned in the context of the crew or local population.
- [Serang](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/serang.md): The boatswain or leader of the native crew on Lingard's ship.
- [Lascar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/lascar.md): A sailor of Indian origin, part of the crew.
- [Sali](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/sali.md): A minor character, possibly a local or crew member.
- [Badroon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/badroon.md): A minor character, possibly a local or crew member.
- [Old Robinson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/old_robinson.md): An old trader or seaman mentioned in the narrative.
- [Scott](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_rescue_se/characters/scott.md): A minor character, possibly a crew member or local.

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