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Dian the Beautiful

A Pellucidarian woman of the land of Sari, prized and pursued, whose steadiness of will matches David's own.

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Also known as Dian, Dian the Beautiful One

As a major figure in Pellucidar, Dian the Beautiful is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

David Innes's mate, whose fate is a source of anxiety for the narrator.

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With Hooja the Sly One (rivalry): Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances. With Juag (friendship): Dian and Juag share a loyal alliance and mutual respect as companions in the…

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Relationship types

Rivalry
Friendship
Family

Character groups

Protagonist
David's Pellucidarian 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

Hooja the Sly One
rivalry · negative
Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances. How this plays out →
Juag
friendship · positive
Abner Perry
friendship · positive
Raja
friendship · positive
Dacor the Strong One
family · positive
Ghak the Hairy One
friendship · positive
Ranee
friendship · positive
Abner Perry
friendship · positive
Hooja the Sly One
rivalry · negative
Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances. How this plays out →
Juag
friendship · positive
Hooja the Sly One
rivalry · negative
Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances. How this plays out →
Dacor the Strong One
family · positive

Hooja the Sly One
Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances.
Juag
Dian and Juag share a loyal alliance and mutual respect as companions in the wild.
Abner Perry
Abner Perry acts as a protective and scholarly ally to Dian.
Raja
Dian has a close bond with Raja, likely a trusted companion or ally.
Dacor the Strong One
Dacor is Dian's brother, fiercely protective of her.
Ghak the Hairy One
Dian and Ghak are friendly allies, respecting each other's strength.
Ranee
Dian has a close bond with Ranee, possibly a friend or protector.
Abner Perry
Abner Perry acts as a protective and scholarly ally to Dian.
Hooja the Sly One
Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances.
Juag
Dian and Juag share a loyal alliance and mutual respect as companions in the wild.
Hooja the Sly One
Hooja relentlessly pursues Dian, who despises and resists his manipulative advances.
Dacor the Strong One
Dacor is Dian's brother, fiercely protective of her.

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In the story

Dian the Beautiful appears across 15 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Pellucidar
Rescued from an arena by David.
Prologue
David Innes's mate, whose fate is a source of anxiety for the narrator.
Lost on Pellucidar
David's mate; he longs to find her and fears he may never see her again.
Traveling with Terror
Disappeared after Hooja's lies; David's primary motivation.
IV: Friendship and Treachery
David's primary motivation; he plans to search for her in Sari.
Surprises
Held hostage by Mahars; advises David to return the secret; later given to Hooja.
A Pendent World
David's mate, taken by Hooja; her rescue is a primary motivation for David's actions.
Captive
David's mate; stolen by Hooja, David seeks to rescue her.
IX: Hooja’s Cutthroats Appear
David's mate; mentioned as possibly being held by Hooja, driving David's quest.
X: The Raid on the Cave-Prison
Imprisoned by Hooja, she helps Juag escape and is rescued by David.
Escape
David's mate; carries a viper's fang for protection and disappears during the thag hunt.
XII: Kidnapped!
Abducted by a Thurian while David and Juag were hunting; her javelin and signs of struggle are found.
XIII: Racing for Life
Lies low in the boat to avoid recognition, then joins in paddling despite David's protests.
Gore and Dreams
Empress of Pellucidar; rescued alongside David, she participates in the ceremonies.
Conquest and Peace
Lives with David in the palace; described as his 'wondrous empress'.

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