The Beasts of Tarzan · Character

Jane Clayton

Tarzan's wife, Lady Greystoke, whose hard-won domestic peace shatters when her husband's enemies make her and her infant son their prey.

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Also known as Jane, Jane Porter Clayton, Lady Greystoke

First appearance: the beasts of tarzan

As a major figure in The Beasts of Tarzan, Jane Clayton is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Reports the kidnapping of Jack and later follows Tarzan to Dover out of suspicion.

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Jane Clayton has survived the African wild once and built a life of safety in London beside the man she loves. But her husband's past is not finished with them, and the very enemies he thought imprisoned now move…

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Family

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Nikolas Rokoff
rivalry · negative
Jane is the primary target of Rokoff's vengeful obsession, as he kidnaps her and her son… How this plays out →
Sven Anderssen
friendship · positive
Tarzan
family · positive
The Chinaman
rivalry · negative
Mugambi
friendship · positive
Sven Anderssen
friendship · positive
Nikolas Rokoff
rivalry · negative
Jane is the primary target of Rokoff's vengeful obsession, as he kidnaps her and her son… How this plays out →
Tarzan
family · positive
Nikolas Rokoff
rivalry · negative
Jane is the primary target of Rokoff's vengeful obsession, as he kidnaps her and her son… How this plays out →
Mugambi
friendship · positive
Tarzan
family · positive
Sven Anderssen
friendship · positive

Nikolas Rokoff
Jane is the primary target of Rokoff's vengeful obsession, as he kidnaps her and her son to torment Tarzan.
Sven Anderssen
Sven is a loyal ally who protects and aids Jane during her captivity and escape attempts.
Tarzan
Jane is Tarzan's devoted wife, and their bond is central to the story as he risks everything to rescue her.
The Chinaman
The Chinaman is one of Jane's captors, creating a hostile dynamic between them.
Mugambi
Mugambi protects and assists Jane, forming a bond of mutual trust and loyalty.
Sven Anderssen
Sven is a loyal ally who protects and aids Jane during her captivity and escape attempts.
Nikolas Rokoff
Jane is the primary target of Rokoff's vengeful obsession, as he kidnaps her and her son to torment Tarzan.
Tarzan
Jane is Tarzan's devoted wife, and their bond is central to the story as he risks everything to rescue her.
Nikolas Rokoff
Jane is the primary target of Rokoff's vengeful obsession, as he kidnaps her and her son to torment Tarzan.
Mugambi
Mugambi protects and assists Jane, forming a bond of mutual trust and loyalty.
Tarzan
Jane is Tarzan's devoted wife, and their bond is central to the story as he risks everything to rescue her.
Sven Anderssen
Sven is a loyal ally who protects and aids Jane during her captivity and escape attempts.

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

Kidnapped
Reports the kidnapping of Jack and later follows Tarzan to Dover out of suspicion.
Marooned
Follows Tarzan to the wharf, rows to the Kincaid, and is captured by Rokoff aboard the ship.
VIII: The Dance of Death
Mentioned by Rokoff as being in danger and far from safety in England, adding to Tarzan's torment.
Chivalry or Villainy
Resists Rokoff's advances and threats, escapes with her baby aided by Sven Anderssen.
XI: Tambudza
Tarzan confirms she is ahead of him and has fallen into Rokoff's hands again; M'ganwazam denies her presence, but Tarzan believes he is lying.
XII: A Black Scoundrel
Regains consciousness and discovers the baby is not her own; bonds with the child; flees Rokoff; endures the baby's death.
Escape
Jane faces Rokoff's threats with numb resolve, knocks him unconscious, and flees into the jungle, clinging to hope for her real child.
XIV: Alone in the Jungle
Jane escapes Rokoff's camp, retrieves a hidden rifle and ammunition, and attempts to escape by canoe but is recaptured by Rokoff.
Down the Ugambi
Flees ahead of Rokoff in a dugout, reaches the bay two hours before him, and now faces the Kincaid with misgivings.
In the Darkness of the Night
Defends the Kincaid from Rokoff's canoe with rifle fire, then negotiates with imprisoned sailors and releases them under threat to plan an escape.
On the Deck of the Kincaid
Turns away in horror at Rokoff's death, but informs Tarzan that the dead child was not their son, renewing their hope.
Paulvitch Plots Revenge
Stands with Tarzan on the vessel's deck, recounting their adventures.
XIX: The Last of the Kincaid
Stands with Tarzan on the bridge and later comments on the beasts' departure.
Jungle Island Again
Suffers anguish over her lost son and is guarded by Tarzan and Mugambi.
The Law of the Jungle
Urges Mugambi to go to Schmidt's aid, is kidnapped by Kai Shang and Momulla, and is later rescued; learns little Jack is safe.

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