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Zaporavo Character Analysis
Zaporavo, referred as Hawk, is the master of the Carack. He possesses an arrogant and conceited personality, as demonstrated when he speaks to Conan in an insulting manner. Zaporavo appears to be a tyrant, as the crew members appear to be too intimidated to provoke any queries. He is described to be as tall as Conan, wearing steel morion and richly decorated armour and garments.

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