Tars Tarkas

Tal Hajus

Tal Hajus, the cruel Jeddak of the Tharks, is a bitter enemy and political rival to the more honorable Tars Tarkas.

Sola

Sola is the secret daughter of Tars Tarkas, and he feels a protective, though initially hidden, paternal love for her.

Dejah Thoris

Dejah Thoris and Tars Tarkas develop mutual respect and alliance, bridging their Martian cultures.

John Carter

John Carter and Tars Tarkas form a deep, brotherly friendship based on mutual respect and shared battles.

Sarkoja

Sarkoja is a scheming antagonist who opposes Tars Tarkas and seeks to undermine his authority.

Lorquas Ptomel

Lorquas Ptomel is a jealous and treacherous Thark chieftain who competes with Tars Tarkas for power.

Tardos Mors

Tardos Mors and Tars Tarkas interact as leaders of their respective Martian nations, often in diplomatic or military contexts.

Mors Kajak

Mors Kajak and Tars Tarkas interact as military leaders from different Martian tribes, initially as adversaries but later as allies.

John Carter

John Carter and Tars Tarkas form a deep, brotherly friendship based on mutual respect and shared battles.

Lorquas Ptomel

Lorquas Ptomel is a jealous and treacherous Thark chieftain who competes with Tars Tarkas for power.

Tal Hajus

Tal Hajus, the cruel Jeddak of the Tharks, is a bitter enemy and political rival to the more honorable Tars Tarkas.

Dejah Thoris

Dejah Thoris and Tars Tarkas develop mutual respect and alliance, bridging their Martian cultures.

A Princess of Mars

Thark leader who interacts with John Carter and Dejah Thoris.

III: My Advent on Mars

The leader of the Green Martian band; he disarms and approaches Carter unarmed, offering an armlet as a sign of peace.

A Prisoner

Vice-chieftain who captured Carter and presents him to the ruler.

A Fight That Won Friends

Leads the search party and witnesses Carter's battle, showing approval of his prowess.

VII: Child-Raising on Mars

Explains the incubator process to Lorquas Ptomel and calls Carter to demonstrate his leaping prowess.

X: Champion and Chief

Questions John Carter about his language skills and warns him of the consequences of his actions; shows interest in Carter's character.

With Dejah Thoris

Mentioned as second in rank to Lorquas Ptomel; present in the audience chamber when Carter is summoned.

XII: A Prisoner with Power

Helps Carter find quarters; remains friendly and unconcerned about the accusations.

XIII: Lovemaking on Mars

Instructs Carter in Tharkian warfare and riding, and learns Carter's method of training thoats.

XIV: A Duel to the Death

Shows a rare undercurrent of humanity by freeing Dejah Thoris from chains; leads the raid on the Warhoon incubator.

XV: Sola Tells Me Her Story

Revealed as Sola's father; a warrior who loved Sola's mother in secret.

XVII: A Costly Recapture

Mentioned as the one for whom John Carter spares Tal Hajus's life, allowing Tars Tarkas his moment of vengeance.

Tars Tarkas Finds a Friend

Saved by Carter in battle, learns of Sarkoja's betrayal of Gozava, kills Tal Hajus in combat, becomes jeddak of Thark, and leads a massive horde to Zodanga.

XXV: The Looting of Zodanga

Leads the Thark warriors into the palace, fights alongside John Carter, and later directs the fighting in the city.

Through Carnage to Joy

Commands the Thark forces, leads charges against Zodangan lines, and is formally welcomed by Tardos Mors as a friend and ally.

From Joy to Death

Acknowledges Sola as his daughter and returns to Helium for the wedding ceremony.