Character

Captain

Captain Phillip Blumburtt

skeptical curious pompous defensive neutral

Captain Phillip Blumburtt serves as a British military liaison and colonial authority figure at Pankot Palace. Initially present as a neutral observer at the Maharajah's feast in the Pleasure Pavilion, he evolves from dismissing Indiana Jones's warnings about the Thuggee cult as 'mumbo jumbo rubbish' to showing subtle curiosity and engagement. His pragmatic yet skeptical demeanor reflects imperial detachment, but his interactions with Indy and the unfolding occult threats gradually erode his initial skepticism. **Key Roles:** - **Military Liaison:** Updates Chattar Lal on Indiana Jones's absence and offers Willie Scott safe passage to Delhi. - **Colonial Observer:** Attends the Maharajah's feast as a representative of British oversight, embodying imperial skepticism toward local mysticism. - **Battlefield Commander:** Leads cavalry charges against Thuggee holdouts in the gorge and ensures the survival of Indy, Willie, and Short Round during the bridge collapse. - **Narrative Bridge:** His evolving engagement highlights the clash between colonial detachment and emerging occult threats, serving as a pragmatic link between palace protocol and battlefield command.

11 appearances

British Colonial Authority in India

Also known as: Captain Blumburtt, Phillip Blumburtt, British Military Liaison (Pankot Palace), Colonial Observer (Pleasure Pavilion)

Captain Phillip …'s Journey

A timeline through the narrative

11 moments

S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Maharajah’s Feast: A Clash of Cultures and Occult Secrets

Initially dismissive and pompous, but growing curiosity and a hint of unease as the conversation reveals deeper occult threats.

Captain Phillip Blumburtt, representing British colonial authority, initially dismisses the Thuggee cult as superstition but becomes increasingly curious as Indiana presses the issue. His skepticism of local occult threats clashes …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Occult Divide: Colonialism, Superstition, and the Unseen War

Skeptical but increasingly curious, with a growing sense of unease at the cult's influence.

Captain Blumburtt, initially dismissive of the occult ('mumbo jumbo rubbish'), grows increasingly curious as Indy presses the issue. He acts as a neutral British observer, though his skepticism wavers as …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Maharajah’s Silent Threat: A Feast of Deception and Dread

Initially dismissive, then increasingly curious and engaged as the feast's darker implications unfold.

Captain Blumburtt begins the feast with colonial dismissiveness, treating the Thuggee cult as mere 'mumbo jumbo rubbish.' However, as Indiana's probing reveals inconsistencies, his skepticism gives way to curiosity. He …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Feast of Shadows: A Test of Nerves and the Unmasking of Evil

Initially dismissive and phlegmatic, but growing curiosity and a sense of unease as the conversation reveals deeper tensions. His emotional state reflects a conflict between colonial detachment and emerging awareness of the supernatural threats at play.

Captain Blumburtt begins the feast with skepticism, dismissing Indiana’s concerns about the Thuggee cult as ‘mumbo jumbo rubbish.’ However, as the conversation unfolds, his curiosity grows, and he subtly aligns …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Maharajah’s Moral Reckoning and Willie’s Breaking Point: A Feast of Deception and Horror

Skeptical, then curious and slightly uneasy—his colonial detachment clashing with the feast's horrors.

Captain Blumburtt attends the feast as a British representative, initially dismissing Indiana's concerns about the Thuggees as superstition. His skepticism wanes as Indy's questions reveal the cult's possible resurgence, prompting …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Maharajah’s Predatory Gaze: Whip, Whispers, and the Cult’s Shadow

Cautiously skeptical, with a growing sense of unease about the unnatural elements in Pankot Palace. His emotional state is one of measured concern, tempered by his colonial training to dismiss superstition.

Capt. Blumburtt engages in a quiet conversation with Indiana about the bizarre dinner menu, expressing skepticism about the unnatural meats served. His dialogue hints at his growing unease about the …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

The Whip’s Bite: Cult Shadows and the Maharajah’s Curse

Skeptical and slightly uneasy, though his colonial mindset prevents him from fully grasping the supernatural threat. His observations are tinged with curiosity and a hint of discomfort.

Capt. Blumburtt engages in a brief conversation with Indiana about the unusual dinner menu, hinting at his skepticism about the palace’s true nature. His observations reflect his colonial detachment and …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

A Whip Crack in the Dark: Fear, Flirtation, and the First Glimpse of the Cult’s Power

Subtly uneasy—he senses something is off, but his training prevents him from acknowledging it fully. His skepticism is a defense mechanism against the unexplainable.

Capt. Blumburtt engages in a brief, skeptical conversation with Indy about the bizarre dinner menu, his tone hinting at unease. He plays the role of the rational British officer, dismissing …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

Willie’s Desperate Plea: The Truth Unheard in the Palace of Lies

Mild irritation tinged with bureaucratic detachment. He is not overtly hostile like Chattar Lal, but his indifference is just as damaging. He views Willie’s pleas as an inconvenience, his emotional state rooted in a sense of duty to maintain order rather than address the supernatural horrors she describes. His skepticism stems from a worldview that rejects local mysticism, making him blind to the real threat posed by the Thuggee cult.

Captain Blumburtt enters the scene with military precision, his uniform crisp and his demeanor pragmatic. He interrupts Willie’s plea with logistical updates ('Jones isn’t in his room') and offers to …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

Willie’s Desperate Plea Crashes Against Skepticism’s Wall

Cautious skepticism tinged with discomfort; he’s unsettled by Willie’s visceral account but defaults to institutional trust. His emotional state is one of reluctant indifference—he doesn’t want to believe her, but her desperation makes him question, if only briefly.

Captain Blumburtt enters the corridor as Willie is mid-plea, his military bearing immediately shifting the dynamic. He interrupts to inform Chattar Lal of Indiana Jones’ absence, then offers Willie an …

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S1E2 · INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

Kali’s Possession: The Hollow Man and the Thuggee Ambush

Initially skeptical and slightly uneasy, but his emotional state shifts to startled surprise when Indy emerges. His detachment from the supernatural means he leaves before the true horror begins, unaware of the possession’s implications.

Captain Blumburtt is present only at the beginning of the event, investigating the hidden doorway in Willie’s suite with an oil lamp. He jumps back in surprise when Indiana Jones …

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Affiliation

Thuggee Cult

Kali-Devoted Rituals, Human Sacrifice, and Sankara Stone Acquisition