# The Pulidos — The Mark of Zorro character guide

> The Pulidos in The Mark of Zorro by Johnston McCulley.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Pulidos

**First appearance:** 0007-viii-don-carlos-plays-a-game

## Who they are

The noble but persecuted Pulido family, including Don Carlos and his household.

## In the story

### [III: Señor Zorro Pays a Visit](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mark_of_zorro_se/chapters/iii-se-or-zorro-pays-a-visit)

Mentioned indirectly through the context of the tavern and the sergeant's presence.

### [The Whipping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mark_of_zorro_se/chapters/xxi-the-whipping)

Mentioned by Fray Felipe as having been subjected to unjust oppression.

### [XXIII: More Punishment](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mark_of_zorro_se/chapters/xxiii-more-punishment)

Not present in this chapter.

### [Don Diego Feels Ill](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mark_of_zorro_se/chapters/xxix-don-diego-feels-ill)

Mentioned as having been imprisoned in the carcel; Don Diego discusses their case with the governor.

### [XXXIV: The Blood of the Pulidos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mark_of_zorro_se/chapters/xxxiv-the-blood-of-the-pulidos)

Referenced through Lolita's pride in her 'Pulido blood' and her determination to die rather than return to prison.

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