The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Chingkim
Also known as Chingkim Khan
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 36
His name carries the quiet weight of the imperial household, suggesting a life shaped by rank and expectation. The text offers little of his outward character, leaving him an intriguing presence at the edge of the court.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 36
- Books
- 1
Chingkim is identified as a favorite son of Kublai Khan, a place of distinction within the imperial family. The text provides no further account of his life, relationships, or fate, so his story remains only briefly glimpsed.
Description
The text gives no physical description of Chingkim. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, and clothing are not specified, so a definitive visual depiction cannot be established.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Kúbláifather
Chingkim is Kúblái’s eldest son by his lawful wives and was expected to succeed him, but died before his father.
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Temurfather
Temur is Chingkim’s son and the grandson designated to succeed Kúblái after Chingkim’s death.
Chinghiz Khannamesake
The text says Chingkim was named for Chinghiz Khan, whom it calls the first Lord of the Tartars.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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