The Gods of Mars · Character

Dejah Thoris

Princess of Helium and John Carter's wife, whose capture by the Holy Therns turns her husband's homecoming into a desperate rescue mission.

major

Also known as the beautiful Dejah Thoris, the incomparable Dejah Thoris, Thoris

First appearance: the gods of mars

As a major figure in The Gods of Mars, Dejah Thoris is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Referenced as John Carter's lost love and the princess rescued by Tars Tarkas; not present in the chapter.

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Dejah Thoris is the royal whose survival and whereabouts anchor the loyalties of Helium and the plans of every ally Carter can muster. Even in captivity she shows grace, weeping not for herself but for the cruel timing…

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15 connections

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Relationship types

Romantic
Rivalry
Friendship

Character groups

Protagonist
Allies and Antagonists of Helium
Family, Priests, and Pirates

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Setup
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

John Carter
romantic · positive
Dejah Thoris and John Carter are deeply devoted lovers and spouses, bound by unwavering… How this plays out →
Issus
rivalry · negative
Tars Tarkas
friendship · positive
Parthak
friendship · positive
Zat Arras
rivalry · negative
Kantos Kan
friendship · positive
Hor Vastus
friendship · positive
Thuvia
friendship · positive
Sola
friendship · positive
Xodar
friendship · positive
John Carter
romantic · positive
Dejah Thoris and John Carter are deeply devoted lovers and spouses, bound by unwavering… How this plays out →
John Carter
romantic · positive
Dejah Thoris and John Carter are deeply devoted lovers and spouses, bound by unwavering… How this plays out →

John Carter
Dejah Thoris and John Carter are deeply devoted lovers and spouses, bound by unwavering loyalty.
Issus
Dejah Thoris is a defiant prisoner and enemy of the tyrannical goddess Issus.
Tars Tarkas
Dejah Thoris and Tars Tarkas share a strong bond of mutual respect and friendship as allies of Helium.
Parthak
Dejah Thoris relies on Parthak as a loyal and protective companion during her captivity.
Zat Arras
Dejah Thoris opposes Zat Arras, who seeks to undermine her husband John Carter.
Kantos Kan
Dejah Thoris and Kantos Kan are loyal allies and friends, with Kantos Kan serving as a trusted officer of Helium.
Hor Vastus
Dejah Thoris and Hor Vastus are close friends and allies, united in their loyalty to Helium.
Thuvia
Dejah Thoris and Thuvia share a warm friendship, with Thuvia often acting as a confidante.
Sola
Dejah Thoris and Sola share a caring friendship, with Sola acting as a gentle companion.
Xodar
Dejah Thoris and Xodar develop a respectful friendship after Xodar turns against Issus.
John Carter
Dejah Thoris and John Carter are deeply devoted lovers and spouses, bound by unwavering loyalty.
John Carter
Dejah Thoris and John Carter are deeply devoted lovers and spouses, bound by unwavering loyalty.

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In the story

Dejah Thoris appears across 7 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Plant Men
Referenced as John Carter's lost love and the princess rescued by Tars Tarkas; not present in the chapter.
IX: Issus, Goddess of Life Eternal
Mentioned as the object of John Carter's love, targeted by Phaidor's revenge.
Under Arrest
Disappeared after a secret audience with Zat Arras, believed to have taken the voluntary pilgrimage.
Sola's Story
Captured by the black pirates after attempting a pilgrimage; currently in the clutches of the First Born.
The Air Battle
Still alive and held by Issus; threatened with imprisonment in the Temple of the Sun.
Through Flood and Flame
Found by John Carter in a chamber of the temple.
Victory and Defeat
Imprisoned in the Temple of the Sun, she speaks with John Carter through the bars and is hidden in the pits for safety.

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