Captain
The daring, doing, positive side of self; how we relate to father figures or dominant male authoritative men; the side of our nature that is capable or is in touch with the wider issues in our life, and makes decisions out of comprehensive awareness.
Or as a symbol of a father figure it could show the captain plotting against you. Or being a real support in your life – depending on your relationship with your father.
A captain can be in the army, the police force, the navy or air force – so one needs to work with the character as suggested below.
An authority figure – so God, father; boss, school teacher, or police man/woman. Are you an authority?
Useful Questions and Hints:
What part does the captain play in the dream – coward/leader – active/passive – controlling/allowing?
What did I feel about the captain?
Who of the characters in the dream do I identify with most?
Try using Characters and People in Dreams – Talking As – Easy Dream Interpretation