Ataca
Characters
Role
Indian guide and porter.
Background
One of the two Indians who accompanied Professor Challenger on his previous journey to the unknown land.
Identified
true
Motivations
Compelled by the patriarchal power of his chief to serve the expedition despite his terror.
Personality
Fearful and reluctant.
Competencies
Navigation and portage in the Amazonian wilderness.
Plot Relevance
He provides essential labor and previous knowledge of the route to the plateau.
First Appearance
An Indian village on a tributary of the Amazon
Timeline
Re-enlistment
Engaged by the expedition to repeat the journey he previously took with Challenger.
