Mummy’s Boys

Phillip Browning leads the expedition, convinced that mysterious deaths stem from a mummy's curse. He organizes the dig and strives to return King Pharatime's treasures to the tomb, hoping to avert further tragedy. Browning's resolve is tested as Sterling's plot unfolds, but he remains focused on completing the mission.

Stanley Wright is a bumbling, forgetful companion whose memory lapses provide constant comic relief. He is drawn to Mary Browning, adding a light romantic thread to the adventure. Despite his scattered nature, he helps load the treasure boxes into the tomb and witnesses the plot's unraveling.

Whittaker presents himself as an Egyptian expert to join the expedition, adding misdirection and humor. He plays a key role in discovering the diary and piecing together the killer's identity. His confident, sometimes scheming, demeanor drives several twists within the tomb's peril.

Mary Browning is Phillip Browning's daughter and becomes a focal point of Wright's affections. She remains engaged with the expedition and participates in uncovering the tomb's secrets. Her presence adds a romantic edge and steady resolve amid danger.

Catfish is a stowaway from Cairo who joins the group after a fortuitous claim to origin, injecting light humor into the mission. He contributes with cheerful resilience as the danger crescendos in the tomb. His outsider status adds another layer to the ensemble dynamics.

Sterling is the expedition's murderer, using an undetectable syringe to kill colleagues and attempt more murders. He feigns fear of the curse while plotting to seize the treasure. He is finally exposed when the diary is recovered and confrontations in the tomb ensue.

Rasheed Bey is an Egyptian secret policeman who investigates Sterling's actions and warns Wright. He embodies the bridge between adventure and law enforcement, helping to bring Sterling to justice at the story's end.