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A sullen and unpleasant boy who prefers books about facts and logic over fictional stories. He treats his relatives poorly and constantly complains about his sudden displacement aboard a magical ship. He acts selfishly and keeps a spiteful diary documenting his perceived mistreatment by the crew.
Cousin of Lucy Pevensie
Cousin of Edmund Pevensie
Cousin of Peter Pevensie
Cousin of Susan Pevensie
Reluctant Traveling Companion of King Caspian
Target of Mockery from Reepicheep
Spiritually Guided by Aslan
The youngest of the Pevensie siblings. She possesses a deeply rooted faith in Narnia and its creator. She carries a magical healing cordial gifted to her during a previous adventure. Her cheerful disposition provides moral support to her companions on the ship.
Sister of Edmund Pevensie
Sister of Peter Pevensie
Sister of Susan Pevensie
Cousin of Eustace Scrubb
Close Friend of King Caspian
Deeply Devoted to Aslan
Guest of Coriakin
Schoolmate of Marjorie
The third Pevensie sibling. He has grown into a brave young man following his past experiences. He understands what it feels like to make mistakes, giving him patience when dealing with difficult people. He provides a stabilizing presence among the crew as they travel through unknown waters.
Brother of Lucy Pevensie
Brother of Peter Pevensie
Brother of Susan Pevensie
Cousin of Eustace Scrubb
Friend and Former Fellow Ruler of King Caspian
Follower of Aslan
Friend of Reepicheep
The young ruler of Narnia. He leads an expedition aboard his ship to find his father's missing friends. He strives to be a fair leader and works to correct the wrongs of his kingdom's past. He occasionally struggles with the temptation of wealth but remains committed to doing his duty.
Friend of Lucy Pevensie
Friend of Edmund Pevensie
Traveling Companion of Eustace Scrubb
Commander of Lord Drinian
Friend and Leader of Reepicheep
Devoted Subject of Aslan
Nephew of Miraz
Ruler of Lord Bern
A large talking mouse who serves as a fiercely proud warrior. He wears a thin band of gold around his head and a crimson feather, carrying himself with immense dignity. He volunteers for the voyage because a childhood prophecy foretold he would find his heart's desire in the far east.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
Frequently Irritated by Eustace Scrubb
Friend of Lucy Pevensie
Friend of Edmund Pevensie
Faithful Follower of Aslan
Fellow Crew Member of Lord Drinian
The powerful anthropomorphic lion who serves as the divine protector of Narnia. He intervenes mostly indirectly, guiding characters toward moral choices and offering comfort or correction. His presence sets the spiritual foundation for the world and the rules by which it operates.
Spiritual Guide to Lucy Pevensie
Spiritual Guide to Edmund Pevensie
Divine Authority over King Caspian
Spiritual Guide to Eustace Scrubb
Revered by Reepicheep
Master of Coriakin
The pragmatic and capable captain of the ship. He handles the practical matters of sailing and crew management. He acts as a grounded voice of reason during the magical and unpredictable journey.
The first mate on the ship. He assists in the daily operations and steering of the eastward journey.
Subordinate to Lord Drinian
Crew Member for King Caspian
One of the missing seven friends of the late king. He settled in the Lone Islands years ago, establishing a comfortable life. He opposes the local slave trade and works to overthrow the corrupt local government.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
Political Opponent of Governor Gumpas
The greedy leader of the Lone Islands. He permits the illegal trade of enslaved people because it brings wealth to his territory, ignoring the older laws of the kingdom he supposedly serves.
Insubordinate Subject of King Caspian
Political Rival of Lord Bern
The wicked uncle of the current monarch. Before his defeat, he seized the throne and banished seven loyal lords to consolidate his power.
Uncle of King Caspian
A mysterious magician who governs a group of strange creatures on a remote island. He acts as a caretaker for his unruly subjects, though they often misunderstand his intentions and view him as a tyrant.
Servant of Aslan
Host to Lucy Pevensie
An elderly man living on an eastern island. He is slowly regaining his youth through the daily consumption of magical fire-berries.
Host and Guide to King Caspian
Servant of Aslan
One of the seven banished noblemen whom the royal expedition seeks. He encounters the crew during their journey through a particularly dark and terrifying section of the ocean.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
One of the missing seven lords. His fate is a mystery that the crew attempts to solve during their eastward voyage.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
Another of the banished noblemen. The royal expedition searches for traces of his whereabouts as they explore uncharted islands.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
Part of the missing group of noblemen whom the young ruler seeks to find and rescue.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
One of the seven missing men from the royal court. The crew hopes to uncover his location during their travels.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
A member of the exiled group of lords. He is a primary objective of the ship's rescue mission.
Loyal Subject of King Caspian
The eldest Pevensie sibling. He is busy working hard for an exam under the tutelage of Professor Kirke and does not participate in the maritime adventure.
The second oldest of the Pevensie siblings. She is absent from this adventure, allowing her younger siblings to take the lead in Narnia.
A schoolmate of Lucy's back in England. Her friendship with Lucy is tested by magical means during the voyage.
Friend of Lucy Pevensie