The Moon Maid · Character

Sagroth

The Jemadar (emperor) of Laythe, a ruler on the Moon.

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Also known as Sagroth the Jemadar, the Jemadar, Jemadar, the Emperor Sagroth, Sagroth of Laythe

First appearance: XI: Laythe

Sagroth's tie to Nah-ee-lah is one of the pressures that moves The Moon Maid—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Jemadar of Laythe and Nah-ee-lah's father; mentioned as the intended recipient of the ransom demand.

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With Nah-ee-lah (friendship): Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or protector to Nah-ee-lah. With Ko-tah (rivalry): Ko-tah and Sagroth are antagonists, clashing over…

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Friendship
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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Nah-ee-lah
friendship · positive
Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or… How this plays out →
Ko-tah
rivalry · negative
Julian 5th
friendship · positive
Nah-ee-lah
friendship · positive
Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or… How this plays out →
Julian 5th
friendship · positive
Ko-tah
rivalry · negative
Nah-ee-lah
friendship · positive
Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or… How this plays out →
Ko-tah
rivalry · negative

Nah-ee-lah
Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or protector to Nah-ee-lah.
Ko-tah
Ko-tah and Sagroth are antagonists, clashing over leadership and ideology within their society.
Julian 5th
Julian 5th and Sagroth are friends and allies, united by common goals and mutual respect.
Nah-ee-lah
Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or protector to Nah-ee-lah.
Julian 5th
Julian 5th and Sagroth are friends and allies, united by common goals and mutual respect.
Ko-tah
Ko-tah and Sagroth are antagonists, clashing over leadership and ideology within their society.
Nah-ee-lah
Nah-ee-lah and Sagroth are close allies, with Sagroth often acting as a wise counselor or protector to Nah-ee-lah.
Ko-tah
Ko-tah and Sagroth are antagonists, clashing over leadership and ideology within their society.

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In the story

Sagroth appears across 5 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

VII: The Moon Maid Escapes
Jemadar of Laythe and Nah-ee-lah's father; mentioned as the intended recipient of the ransom demand.
XI: Laythe
Jemadar (Emperor) of Laythe; Julian is summoned to his palace.
XII: Ko-Tah Threatens the Princess
The Jemadar of Laythe; Julian is presented to him.
Ko-Tah Is Killed
Mentioned as deceased; his just reign is contrasted with Ko-tah's treachery.
Back to "The Barsoom"
Found dead in the audience chamber, with Nah-ee-lah's mother lying across his body.

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