Stags

Background

Stags in Narnia carry an old fairy-tale and hunting symbolism, but Lewis often bends that symbolism toward wonder rather than conquest. They are swift, elusive, and closely tied to the enchanted life of the land.

How the race functions in Narnia

Stags often appear at moments when pursuit, kingship, or mystery is in the air. Even brief stag characters can feel significant because the image already carries so much weight in Narnia’s atmosphere.

Key characters

• Chervy the Stag
• The White Stag