 X Brands plays “Pahoo-Ka-Ta-Wah,” a tall Pawnee Indian who carries a double-barrel shotgun and is Derringer's (Mahoney's) constant companion and protector.Pahoo's loyalty and overriding concern for Derringer's welfare began after he saved Yancy's life.In the series' pilot episode, “Return to New Orleans”, Yancy recounts that act; and explains that by saving his life, Pahoo believes "he went against fate” and “therefore he's responsible for my life from now on.” Also, throughout the series, Brands' Pawnee character is silent, never uttering a word.