King Solomon’s Mines

A seasoned hunter and aristocratic figure who partners with Quartermain. He protects Kathy and contributes to the strategic decisions during the journey, ultimately playing a direct role in ending Twala's reign.

Renowned explorer and seasoned guide who agrees to drive Kathy and Patsy to the coast. He provides practical know-how, helps craft plans against Gagool’s magic, and forges the path through danger with a calm, veteran approach.

Patsy O'Brien’s daughter who proves fearless and impulsive, stealing Quartermain’s wagon to find her father. She drives much of the action, forms a bond with Curtis, and serves as a catalyst for the expedition’s emotional core.

Retired naval commander who travels with the group and observes crucial events, including the eclipse. He provides seasoned perspective and serves as a stabilizing presence in the escalating conflict.

A native whose true identity as the former chief’s son is revealed during the eclipse, becoming a central leader of the rising faction against Twala and guiding the rebellion with resolve and charisma.

Patsy and Kathy’s guardian-like figure who travels with the expedition. He is part of the group’s dynamics and contributes to the journey’s determination and cohesion.

The cruel chief who rules the mine area with oppression and fear, whose reign is challenged by Umbopa’s uprising and is ultimately ended by Curtis.

The witch doctor guarding the mines with dark magic, orchestrating ritual deaths and contributing to the peril that the protagonists must outwit.

A native dissident who supports the uprising against Twala and aligns with Umbopa’s cause during the climactic rebellion.

A member of Twala’s circle who boasts about his knowledge of the mines and is killed during the chaos that follows, illustrating the peril surrounding the hidden system.