Comet in Moominland characters

Appears from the start

A young Moomin living with his family in Moominvalley. Curious, loyal, and eager for adventure, he sets out with Sniff to learn whether a strange light in the sky threatens their home.

Appears from the start

Moomintroll's small friend and companion. He is easily frightened, strongly interested in treasure and possessions, and often complains about danger, but his curiosity keeps carrying him into the adventure.

Appears from the start

Moomintroll's calm, practical mother, whose handbag and well-stocked household seem able to provide what the family and its guests need. She takes warnings seriously without allowing fear to displace hospitality or sensible preparation.

Appears from the start

Moomintroll's father, proud of the round blue house he built for the family. He shares the adults' responsibility for Moominvalley while allowing Moomintroll and Sniff to undertake the journey to the observatory.

First appears in chapter 2

A gloomy philosopher who comes to stay at the Moominhouse after Moominpappa accidentally disturbs his former home. He believes that possessions and ordinary activity are pointless and solemnly warns that a comet may be approaching Earth.

First appears in chapter 4

An independent wanderer who lives simply, plays the harmonica, and becomes a steady traveling companion to Moomintroll and Sniff. He knows the country beyond Moominvalley and faces its dangers with experience and composure.

First appears in chapter 5

A careful astronomer at the observatory in the Lonely Mountains. He studies the approaching comet with professional absorption and provides the travelers with a precise prediction of when it will reach Earth.

First appears in chapter 7

A Snork whom Moomintroll meets on the return journey. She has a soft fringe, wears a gold anklet, and is threatened by a poisonous bush when the travelers first find her. Moomintroll is immediately eager to impress and protect her.

First appears in chapter 7

The Snork Maiden's brother, whose color changes with his mood. Organized and fond of rules, plans, and meetings, he joins the group returning toward Moominvalley as the comet draws nearer.

First appears in chapter 9

An enthusiastic collector encountered during the journey home. He is so absorbed in classifying specimens that the approaching catastrophe has difficulty competing for his attention.