Hob Vurinam



  Hob Vurinam Hob Vurinam is a supporting character in Railsea.

Personality
Vurinam likes to think of himself as being cool & laid-back, though he can be prone to fits of rage at times--however, he does aknowledge this and readily apologize. He is known to sometimes casually make somewhat insensitive remarks, even if not intended to offend people, though that is often the result anyway.

When drunk, Vurinam can be extremely flirtatious with anyone (& sometimes everyone), & becomes less contained & "cool" & instead more obnoxious & boorish.

On multiple occasions, he shows a strong dislike of the Captain, though doesn't seem to be particularly passionate in this dislike until nearly the end of the book, where he becomes far bolder & starts the mutiny against her.

Appearance
He has black hair and likes to try his best to dress impressively, though most of his clothes are third- or fourth-hand. He is also, supposedly, attractive--this, however, is a vague statement that doesn't really reveal much about his appearance.

Narrative Role
Vurinam's role in the story is somewhat insignificant, in the beginning serving as a minor, sometimes-source of comfort for the extremely irritated Sham.

Much later, after the Medes crew battles a siller near the Kribbis Hole, he attempts to start a mutiny against Captain Naphi--but is unsuccessful. However, near the end of the book, Vurinam, now aided by Sirocco & Mr. Mbenday, starts another mutiny, & is this time successful in overthrowing Naphi, which nearly leads to her suicide (which is stopped by Sham).