Bowman is an essential character in the story despite not being prominent. He serves as Eleanor's doctor and is friends with Precis. Eleanor is terminally ill, so Precis embarks on a quest to obtain a rare herb that can save her life. Additionally, Bowman has a friend named Keith who comprehends an ancient language found in the book discovered in Cross Cave. With his assistance, Bowman facilitates a meeting between the party and Keith, ultimately saving Eleanor with the herb.