Guban's features were more pronounced -- "more Clan" -- than the faces of the clan that Ayla had known. His hair and beard were a lighter brown, and they were softer and less curly. His gold-flecked eyes were a lighter shade of brown and showed curiosity and intelligence. He had heavier brow ridges and a sharper nose. His face jutted out farther, his forehead swept back more abruptly, and his head was longer. Guban was exceptionally open to new ideas for a man of the Clan. He had discussed the possibility of trading with the Others. He was willing to accept Ayla's help as a medicine woman, even after she had used a weapon and had claimed the Cave Lion as her totem. He was also willing to use Jondalar's crutches, although he would not accept the help of the horses.