The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Sigatay
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 69
Sigatay is the brother of the Great Kaan in The Travels of Marco Polo (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 69
- Books
- 1
Sigatay is introduced as the brother of the Great Kaan and lord of Samarkand, a figure of high standing in the world described by Marco Polo. The account also identifies him as having become a Christian, setting a personal religious distinction alongside his political position. Beyond those defining details, his appearance, relationships, and further life events are not supplied here.
Description
The text identifies Sigatay as a male lord but gives no physical description. His height, build, skin tone, hair, eyes, facial features, and age markers are unspecified. His clothing and any distinguishing marks are likewise not described.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- KK
Kubilai Khanuncle
Sigatay is the name used in the narrative for Chagatai, whom the commentary identifies as Kubilai’s uncle.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
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