The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
our Lama
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 94
Our Lama is approached as a source of knowledge about Bonpo practices and customs, a figure whose authority rests in what he knows. He remains visually and personally elusive, like a quiet voice summoned from the edge of the traveler’s understanding.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 94
- Books
- 1
Our Lama is consulted about Bonpo practices and customs, serving as a source of local religious knowledge. The account offers no further personal history, relationships, or character development, leaving him as a brief but meaningful presence in the narration.
Description
The text provides no visual description of Our Lama. His build, complexion, age, hair, eyes, facial features, clothing, and distinguishing marks are not specified, and should remain open rather than be invented.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- J
Jaeschkeconflicting source relationships
The Lama supplies Jaeschke with knowledge about Bonpos, including their religious customs and clerical celibacy.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
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