Allan Quatermain's loyal right-hand man and protector. His tragic death early in the expedition underscores the lethal dangers of the African interior and galvanizes Allan's resolve.
Van Brun's attempted assassination directly causes Khiva's death.
Van Brun tries to shoot Allan and the shot kills Khiva, described as Allan's faithful right-hand man.
Khiva serves as a protector within the group Elizabeth depends on.
Khiva is part of the expedition party that protects the travelers during the journey through the African interior.
They share membership in the dangerous search expedition.
Khiva and John are members of the same expedition party before Khiva is killed during the escape from the village.
Khiva and Umbopa occupy successive roles as expedition companions rather than directly interacting.
Khiva dies before the party encounters Umbopa, who later joins the expedition.
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