mysterious figure
C26078
concept
A mysterious figure is an enigmatic, often partially obscured character whose unclear identity, motives, or past creates intrigue and suspense within a narrative.
Observed surface forms (7)
| Surface form | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| masked character | 2 |
| masquerade figure | 2 |
| mysterious being | 1 |
| mysterious woman | 1 |
| mysteriousFigure | 1 |
| outsider figure | 1 |
| witch-like figure | 1 |
Instances (11)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| The Astrologer | — |
| Mr. Tuttle | — |
| Grey Ghost | mysteriousFigure |
|
the Explorer
surface form:
the Explorer (In the Penal Colony)
|
outsider figure |
| Front Man | masked character |
| Ikenga | masquerade figure |
| Bujang Ganong | masked character |
| Ol’ Higue | witch-like figure |
| Tom Bombadil | mysterious being |
|
The Girl
surface form:
The Girl (The Ninth Gate)
|
mysterious woman |
| Moko Jumbie | masquerade figure |