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Lucy is the youngest of the four Pevensie siblings. Her curiosity drives her to explore the empty rooms of the house, leading her to discover the hidden land inside a wardrobe. Despite her initial nervousness about her new surroundings in the countryside, she possesses a strong alignment with the truth and a deeply affectionate nature.
Younger Sister Of Peter Pevensie
Younger Sister Of Susan Pevensie
Younger Sister Of Edmund Pevensie
Friend Of Mr. Tumnus
Target Of The White Witch
Guest Of Old Professor
Follower Of Aslan
Peter is the oldest Pevensie sibling and naturally assumes a leadership role within the family. He often settles disputes between his younger siblings and feels a strong sense of responsibility for their well-being. He approaches new situations with a sense of duty and a desire to be fair, though he still has much to learn about maturity and courage.
Older Brother Of Lucy Pevensie
Older Brother Of Susan Pevensie
Older Brother Of Edmund Pevensie
Guest Of Old Professor
Follower Of Aslan
Enemy Of The White Witch
Susan is the second oldest Pevensie sibling. She exhibits a practical, cautious approach to life and frequently attempts to act older than her age. Her primary instinct is to seek safety and comfort, making her initially resistant to exploring the unpredictable and cold environment inside the wardrobe.
Younger Sister Of Peter Pevensie
Older Sister Of Edmund Pevensie
Older Sister Of Lucy Pevensie
Guest Of Old Professor
Follower Of Aslan
Gift Recipient From Father Christmas
Edmund is the second youngest Pevensie sibling. He harbors deep resentment toward his older brother's authority and frequently vents his frustration by mocking Lucy. His desire for status and sensual pleasure makes him highly susceptible to manipulation when he stumbles into the frozen world inside the wardrobe.
Younger Brother Of Peter Pevensie
Younger Brother Of Susan Pevensie
Older Brother Of Lucy Pevensie
Captive Of The White Witch
Fearful Of Aslan
Suspicious Of Mr. and Mrs. Beaver
The White Witch, who claims the title of Queen of Narnia, is a terrifying figure who keeps the land locked in perpetual winter. She has remarkably pale skin, a cold, stern face, and a highly imposing physical stature. She maintains her illegitimate rule through fear, magical transfiguration, and a ruthless secret police force.
Manipulator Of Edmund Pevensie
Enemy Of Aslan
Master Of Dwarf
Master Of Maugrim
Ruler Of Mr. Tumnus
Hunter Of Lucy Pevensie
Aslan is the great lion and the rightful King of Narnia. He possesses a massive, golden form and overwhelming, solemn eyes that inspire both fear and intense devotion. Though absent from Narnia for many years, his rumored return brings hope to the oppressed creatures and signals an end to the unnatural winter.
Enemy Of The White Witch
Leader Of Peter Pevensie
Protector Of Lucy Pevensie
Protector Of Susan Pevensie
Protector Of Edmund Pevensie
True King Of Mr. and Mrs. Beaver
The Old Professor is an eccentric, kindly man with shaggy white hair that covers his face. He lives in a massive, ancient house full of curiosities and hidden passageways. Despite his academic demeanor, he possesses an unusually open mind and seems to understand far more about magical possibilities than a typical adult.
Mrs. Macready is the strict housekeeper who manages the Old Professor's massive estate. She conducts tours for visitors who come to see the house's historical artifacts. She has little patience for children and insists on maintaining rigid order in her domain.
Employee Of Old Professor
Strict Caretaker Of Peter Pevensie
Mr. Tumnus is a faun with the upper body of a man and the legs and hooves of a goat. He lives in a cozy, well-furnished cave in the Narnian woods. Though employed as a spy by the tyrannical ruler, his fundamentally kind nature puts him at odds with the cruel orders he is expected to carry out.
The Beavers are anthropomorphic forest animals who live in a cozy dam in Narnia. They are highly knowledgeable about Narnian history and ancient prophecies. They live a virtuous, domestic life and show fierce loyalty to the rightful king, willingly risking their safety to help the human children.
Host Of Peter Pevensie
Host Of Lucy Pevensie
Host Of Susan Pevensie
Host Of Edmund Pevensie
Friend Of Mr. Tumnus
Follower Of Aslan
Host Of Father Christmas
The dwarf acts as the White Witch's primary servant and sledge driver. He possesses a malicious disposition and shares his mistress's cruel attitude toward her enemies. He is observant of the changing environment and occasionally points out unpleasant truths to the Witch.
Father Christmas is a huge, joyful man in a bright red robe. His unexpected arrival in Narnia is a monumental event, as the evil magic of the land had kept him out for many years. He is a solemn but joyous figure who brings practical, serious gifts to aid the forces of good.
Gift Giver To Peter Pevensie
Gift Giver To Susan Pevensie
Gift Giver To Lucy Pevensie
Gift Giver To Mr. and Mrs. Beaver
Enemy Of The White Witch
Maugrim is a large wolf who serves as the chief of the White Witch's secret police. He is a terrifying enforcer who carries out the Witch's arrests and hunts down her enemies with lethal efficiency.
Subordinate To The White Witch
Attacker Of Peter Pevensie
Hunter Of Susan Pevensie
Commander Of Anonymous Wolf
This unnamed wolf serves under Maugrim in the White Witch's secret police. He is swift and acts as a messenger and scout for the Witch's forces during times of crisis.
Subordinate To Maugrim
Messenger For The White Witch
Giant Rumblebuffin is a member of an ancient and respected giant family in Narnia. A victim of the White Witch's magic, he possesses immense physical strength and a friendly, helpful disposition toward the forces of good.
Victim Of The White Witch
Rescued By Aslan