Return to the Lost World

A respected scientist whose rational approach clashes with Challenger's bold methods. He joins the expedition to fulfill Palala's request, balancing scientific curiosity with a sense of responsibility. His partnership with Challenger is strained by a past feud, yet he remains a steady voice for ethics and coordination.

An agile and resourceful organizer who helps marshal the expedition from England. He acts as a bridge between the two rival professors and uses clever schemes to reunite the team. His loyalty to Palala's cause and his quick thinking prove crucial in dangerous moments.

A fearless, impulsive explorer whose confidence drives action but fuels conflicts with Summerlee. He champions bold experimentation, including the creation of Challengerite, to resolve crises. His leadership is provocative yet instrumental in steering the team through peril.

A determined ally who helps coordinate the expedition from England and aids in rescuing Palala's daughter. She demonstrates practicality and resolve under pressure. Jenny's presence helps keep the mission focused on safeguarding the plateau's inhabitants.

Leader of the native people encountered on the plateau, he seeks protection for his community from exploitation. He shows resilience and a clear sense of duty toward his land and kin. Palala's alliance with the expedition underscores the ethical stakes of the story.

A member of the drilling crew who becomes entangled in the expedition's mission. He experiences pressure and moral choices as the crisis unfolds. Jim's action with the explosive demonstrates the personal risk taken for the greater good.

A native guide who helps the protagonists navigate the plateau and locate Palala. She embodies resourcefulness and courage, bridging the gap between outsiders and native communities. Malu's knowledge proves essential to the group's safety and success.

A drilling crew member whose loyalties and behavior create friction within Hammonds' operation. He serves as a foil to the protagonists, highlighting the dangers of greed-driven expansion. McCardle's presence adds tension to the on-site dynamics.

A practical drilling crew member who contends with the dangers of the plateau while trying to stay alive. He represents the human cost of exploitation and the unpredictability of the Lost World. Johnson participates in the escalating conflict as pressures mount.

A member of the expedition's support team who contributes to the planning and safety protocols. She demonstrates steadiness in the face of danger and helps manage fragile alliances on the plateau. Kate's practical approach reinforces the human dimension of the mission.