Malone

1. Humble

1.1. doesn't mention saving the miners in Wigan

2. Brave

2.1. sees Challenger despite his history with journalists

2.2. passes Roxton's test

2.3. agrees to go on expedition with Challenger

3. Famous

3.1. top Journalist

3.2. national rugby player

3.3. but modest and humble about it

4. Smart

4.1. disguises himself as a student to see Challenger

4.2. climbs tree to scout the surrounding area

5. Friendly

5.1. McArdle tells Malone that he has that special charismatic character

6. Decisive

6.1. always follows his plan (rescues Summerlee and Challenger

6.2. agrees to fight the ape men