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U-Thor

The Jed of Manatos, an ally of Gahan.

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Also known as Thor, U - Thor, Manatos, U - Thor of Manatos, Thor of Manatos

First appearance: xvi another change of name

U-Thor shows up with force in XIV: At Ghek's Command. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The jed of Manatos; advises Tara to deny the charge of Corphalism, showing a willingness to assist her.
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In XIV: At Ghek's Command: The jed of Manatos; advises Tara to deny the charge of Corphalism, showing a willingness to assist her. Later, in XV: The Old Man of the Pits: Scorns O-Tar's cowardice and defends the…

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O-O-TarGOGahan of GatholTOTara of HeliumGHGhekJCJohn CarterU-U-Thor

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Manatorian allies and Gatholians
  • Protagonist

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where Gahan (as U-Ka…

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See U-Thor in xvi another change of name
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