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The Ibis

This is a ship that was used to transport slaves. It is purchased to transport opium, but it carries migrants first. It symbolizes transformation.

Zachary Reid's Watch

This is a timepiece Serang Ali gives to the second mate. It symbolizes European and Western mastery.

The Ganges River/Rivers

These are waters that are seen as sacred, especially by Hindus. Some characters escape by them. They symbolize protection.

Opium Pipes

These are used to smoke a drug. They symbolize ceremony and intoxication.

Seeds

These are given to Deeti by a midwife. They are valuable and represent what Deeti is carrying.

Sextant and Compass

These are used to chart the ship’s course, though navigating by the stars can be more accurate. They symbolize the falseness of knowledge and power.

Poppies

These are grown for their sap, which is used to create opium. They symbolize both wealth and...

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