# Ja the Mezop — Pellucidar character guide

> Ja the Mezop in Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Ja, First Ja

**First appearance:** 0006-v-surprises

## Snapshot

Ja, a Mezop warrior of Pellucidar's seas and forests, throws his loyalty and local cunning behind David when the surface man needs allies most.

## Who they are

Ja stands among the Mezop people, a Pellucidarian race whose knowledge of coastlines, jungle, and the habits of the inner world complements David's outside perspective. His bond with David is tested by the constant pressure of Mahar dominance and rival tribes, and his willingness to fight beside an outsider marks him as both brave and politically exposed. He matters because David's mission depends on men like Ja who can move through Pellucidar's human societies without the Mahars' notice.

## In the story

### [Traveling with Terror](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pellucidar_se/chapters/ii-traveling-with-terror)

Provided directions to Anoroc via the Mountains of the Clouds.

### [Shooting the Chutes—and After](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pellucidar_se/chapters/iii-shooting-the-chutes-and-after)

Old friend and target of the journey; David seeks him on the island of Anoroc.

### [IV: Friendship and Treachery](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pellucidar_se/chapters/iv-friendship-and-treachery)

Mezop chieftain; not present when David arrives, but his warriors eventually escort David ashore.

### [Gore and Dreams](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pellucidar_se/chapters/xiv-gore-and-dreams)

Commander of the fleet; created king of Anoroc by David.

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