In “Prophecy and Fulfillment,” the chapter from “Tarzan and the Jewels of Opar,” Tarzan exhibits a mixture of savage instinct and a softening influence of civilization. Upon defeating Numa, the lion, not to save the dying Negro witch-doctor but out of revenge, Tarzan experiences a rare touch of pity. He tends to the old man, revealing himself as Tarzan of the Apes, a title he bears with pride. The witch-doctor, recognizing Tarzan as the feared “forest god,” predicts dire times ahead for him, advising him to retreat from the looming dangers. Despite this prophetic warning, Tarzan’s lack of fear propels him forward.
Later, Tarzan returns to his encampment amongst his warriors, contemplating the witch-doctor’s prophecy. Unbeknownst to him, Werper, a murderer fearing his own master, Achmet Zek, more than the jungle’s unknown perils, follows Tarzan in the hope of discovering and stealing the treasures of Opar without confronting the mighty Tarzan.
As Tarzan approaches Opa
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