The Gods of Mars · Character
Xodar
A proud black Dator of the First Born who, stripped of his faith in Issus, becomes one of John Carter's most valuable and unexpected allies.
major
Also known as Dator Xodar, the proud Xodar, the great Xodar, The degraded Dator, Liberty Xodar, Spying Xodar
First appearance: vi the black pirates of barsoom
As a major figure in The Gods of Mars, Xodar is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Dator of the First Born, captured and bound by John Carter; reveals the history of his race and acknowledges John Carter's superiority.
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Xodar begins as a devoted servant of the goddess Issus, certain of his own superiority, until Carter forces him to see that his deity is a mortal old woman who cannot save him. His fall from pride to doubt is the hinge…
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Relationship types
- Psychological
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Allies and Antagonists of Helium
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the dramatic climax because it marks the psychological and strategic turning point where John Carter s…
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- Issus
psychological · negative
Issus manipulates and controls Xodar as a high-ranking minion in her cruel court. How this plays out →
- Thurid
rivalry · negative
- John Carter
friendship · positive
- Dejah Thoris
friendship · positive
- Issus
psychological · negative
Issus manipulates and controls Xodar as a high-ranking minion in her cruel court. How this plays out →
- John Carter
friendship · positive
- Issus
psychological · negative
Issus manipulates and controls Xodar as a high-ranking minion in her cruel court. How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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Xodar appears across 13 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- A Fair Goddess
- The Depths of Omean
- IX: Issus, Goddess of Life Eternal
- The Prison Isle of Shador
- Doomed to Die
- A Break for Liberty
- The Eyes in the Dark
- Flight and Pursuit
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Chapter companion notes
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