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The Morlocks
An Analysis of Chapter 9
Tone
Suspenseful, Ominous, And Claustrophobic, With A Sense Of Panic And Urgency.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrilling - (4) | Clear - (4) | Hostile - (4) | A little - (2) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
In Chapter IX, the Time Traveller delves into the underground world of the pale, eye-sensitive Morlocks, who seem connected to the Eloi. Overcoming his fears and physical challenges, he narrowly escapes their clutches.
In more detail...
Two days after his initial discovery, the Time Traveller confronts his aversion to the Morlocks and decides to investigate them by descending into their subterranean domain. Despite the eerie encounters and the bleak environment, he is driven by the need to recover his Time Machine. Accompanied initially by the Eloi girl Weena, he reaches a well and begins his descent, only to find it arduous and dangerous due to his larger size compared to the inhabitants. Once deep in the underworld, he is confronted by snatching hands and alien figures-the Morlocks-in the midst of their mechanical surroundings. Their actions and large, sensitive eyes suggest a life adapted to darkness. The Time Traveller, fighting panic and exhaustion, manages to light a series of matches to fend off the Morlocks, eventually escaping back to the surface where he is met by the comforting presence of the Eloi, including Weena.
Characters
- Time Traveller
- About - The protagonist who descends into the world of the Morlocks to find his Time Machine. He confronts his fears and the physical demands of the underworld, narrowly escaping with his life.
- Personality Traits - Curious, intelligent, yet fearful of the underground and its inhabitants. He exhibits bravery and a survival instinct.
- Physical Characteristics - Larger and heavier than the Morlocks, causing him difficulty in navigating their environment.
- Character Connections
- Weena - Time Traveller shows compassion and camaraderie towards Weena, as exemplified by their parting before his descent into the Morlocks' domain.
- Morlocks - Has a hostile relationship with the Morlocks, who attempt to capture him in the dark.
- Eloi - Feels an emotional connection with the Eloi, seeking their company for reassurance against the sense of danger presented by the Morlocks.
- Weena
- About - The Eloi girl who accompanies the Time Traveller to the well. She exhibits distress when he prepares to leave, and later, she is present to comfort him upon his return.
- Personality Traits - Affectionate and caring, especially towards the Time Traveller, though showing sadness and fear when he leaves her side.
- Physical Characteristics - Small, delicate like the rest of the Eloi, described as childlike.
- Character Connections
- Time Traveller - Has formed an emotional bond with the Time Traveller, demonstrated by her dismay at his departure into the well and her affection upon his return.
- Morlocks
- About - White, eye-sensitive creatures that live underground. They are portrayed as the aggressors in this chapter, pursuing and attempting to capture the Time Traveller.
- Personality Traits - Seemingly inquisitive and bold when in darkness, retreating quickly from the light which suggests a reliance on and preferment of dark environments.
- Physical Characteristics - Pale, chinless faces with large, sensitive eyes adapted to darkness. They exhibit a physicality suited to their subterranean environment.
- Character Connections
- Time Traveller - They act as antagonists to the Time Traveller by trying to prevent his escape and capture him for reasons not fully disclosed in this chapter.