Hunter emerges as a wandering character of Texan origin in the Canada-Alaska border region (Forty Miles Creek). He is the owner of mine shaft number 127 in Bonanza or another productive area in the region; he is neighbors with Josias Lacoste's plot number 129 and is constantly bickering with him. He has a gang he has assembled of rough adventurers like himself. He does not recognize Canadian authority, disregards rules, and strives to have the border drawn in favor of America. While in prison, he heard about the gold in the Golden Mount region beyond the Polar circles from an Indian named Krasak; he escaped/left prison to seize this mysterious source in person with his men. However, he encounters Ben and Summy, who have seized the volcano; their violent armed confrontation ends with Hunter being blown apart by a bullet fired by Neluto.
Raised in the U.S. state of Texas, likely with a past as an outlaw or drifter. Originally from Austin (manufacturing stamp on his knife). Came to this region with the gold rush and was involved in various murders, incidents, and fights. He hated Canadian laws and chose to live outside the law.
A tall, rough, and extremely muscular/powerful athlete. He has a thick black beard, jet-black skin tanned by the South American sun (and his genetics), and a stern, terrifying, savage face.
Krasak
The Indian instrument he used to find the volcano.
Malone
His confidant and shadow who obeys him unconditionally.
Ben Raddle
His deadly rival; he wants to destroy him because of his cunning and stubbornness.
Summy Skim
The only object of hatred who stood up to him in physical combat.