What different qualities of leadership are illustrated in rivenoak and the panther?

The Indian chief is the noblest of the Mingos and, in his confrontations with Deerslayer, is compared favorably with the hero. Rivenoak is a born leader who dominates the other chiefs and braves of the tribe through his intelligence, cunning, and superior strategy. Thus he sees the advantages in persuading Deerslayer to join forces with the Mingos.