At the Earth’s Core · Character

Ghak

A taciturn Sarian warrior whose quiet strength and unerring sense of direction make him an invaluable ally in a world without stars.

supporting

Also known as the taciturn Ghak

First appearance: iii a change of masters

As a supporting figure in At the Earth’s Core, Ghak is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Chained ahead of Dian; reveals that Dian is his niece and explains the custom of releasing a slave by raising a hand; warns that escape from Phutra is nearly impossible.

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Ghak the Hairy One is a captive among the Sagoths, but his bearing marks him as a leader of his people. He watches David's actions closely, and his approval or disapproval carries weight among the prisoners. When David…

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Character Web

9 connections

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Relationship types

Friendship
Rivalry
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Character groups

Pellucidar's Human Allies
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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Dian the Beautiful
friendship · positive
Dian and Ghak are close allies and fellow Sarians, sharing mutual respect and loyalty. How this plays out →
The Sagoths
rivalry · negative
Hooja the Sly One
rivalry · negative
The Mahars
rivalry · negative
Hooja the Sly One
rivalry · negative
Dian the Beautiful
friendship · positive
Dian and Ghak are close allies and fellow Sarians, sharing mutual respect and loyalty. How this plays out →
The Sagoths
rivalry · negative
The Mahars
rivalry · negative

Dian the Beautiful
Dian and Ghak are close allies and fellow Sarians, sharing mutual respect and loyalty.
The Sagoths
Ghak leads the Sarians in conflict against the brutal Sagoth warriors.
Hooja the Sly One
Ghak distrusts and opposes Hooja, seeing him as a traitor to their people.
The Mahars
Ghak is a primary leader in the rebellion against the Mahar rulers.
Hooja the Sly One
Ghak distrusts and opposes Hooja, seeing him as a traitor to their people.
Dian the Beautiful
Dian and Ghak are close allies and fellow Sarians, sharing mutual respect and loyalty.
The Sagoths
Ghak leads the Sarians in conflict against the brutal Sagoth warriors.
The Mahars
Ghak is a primary leader in the rebellion against the Mahar rulers.

Relationship notes

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In the story

Ghak appears across 9 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

IV: Dian the Beautiful
Chained ahead of Dian; reveals that Dian is his niece and explains the custom of releasing a slave by raising a hand; warns that escape from Phutra is nearly impossible.
Slaves
Reluctantly agrees to escape plan; demonstrates homing instinct for navigation.
The Beginning of Horror
Accompanies David and Perry; separated during the stampede.
VII: Freedom
Briefly recalled as the one to whom David passed the eyes and entrails of a fish, highlighting their shared experiences.
IX: The Face of Death
David remembers Ghak fondly and wishes to reunite with him.
XI: Four Dead Mahars
Awaits with Perry, ready to assist in the escape.
Pursuit
Leads the group out of Phutra and toward Sari; refuses to abandon Perry, carrying him in his arms to speed their flight.
The Sly One
King of Sari; carries Perry to safety up the left canyon while David leads the Sagoths away.
Back to Earth
Commands the right flank of the battle line against the Sagoths and Mahars, leading Sarian archers.

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