: A boy raised in the bush who possesses deep knowledge of local flora and fauna.
: After their families are murdered by ivory poachers at a remote African homestead, Nonnie (Reese Witherspoon) and Harry (Ethan Embry) are forced to flee into the desert. They are guided by Xhabbo (Sarel Bok), a Bushman who teaches them how to survive the harsh environment while they are pursued by the killers. A Far Off Place
: The primary setting, characterized as a "far off place" that is both beautiful and lethal. : A boy raised in the bush who