The Moon Maid · Character

The Kalkars

A relentless lunar race that spreads like ants across the Earth, grinding down resistance through sheer numbers and centuries of unbroken occupation.

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Also known as Kalkars, The Kalkars, the accursed Kalkars, the hated Kalkars

First appearance: i the flight of the barsoom

As a major figure in The Moon Maid, The Kalkars is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Mentioned as enemies of the No-vans; the tribe avoids attack during the storm due to mutual fear of Zo-al.

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With Nah-ee-lah (rivalry): Nah-ee-lah is in opposition to the Kalkars, viewing them as enemies or oppressors. With Nah-ee-lah (rivalry): Nah-ee-lah is in opposition to the Kalkars, viewing them as enemies or oppressors.

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Aftermath
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Nah-ee-lah
rivalry · negative
Nah-ee-lah is in opposition to the Kalkars, viewing them as enemies or oppressors. How this plays out →
Nah-ee-lah
rivalry · negative
Nah-ee-lah is in opposition to the Kalkars, viewing them as enemies or oppressors. How this plays out →
Nah-ee-lah
rivalry · negative
Nah-ee-lah is in opposition to the Kalkars, viewing them as enemies or oppressors. How this plays out →

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The Kalkars appears across 16 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

V: A Lunar Storm
Mentioned as enemies of the No-vans; the tribe avoids attack during the storm due to mutual fear of Zo-al.
Into the Mouth of the Crater
Mentioned as the historical enemies who pursued the founders of Laythe, forcing them to hide the city.
IX: The Fight with the Kalkars
A group of hostile Kalkars ambush Julian and Nah-ee-lah in the cave, intending to enslave them.
XII: Ko-Tah Threatens the Princess
Delegations visit Ko-tah; allied with him against Laythe.
Ko-Tah Is Killed
Allied with Orthis; besiege Laythe with advanced artillery.
Part II: The Moon Men
The invading Moon Men, the primary antagonists in this part.
Prologue
Alien race transported from the Moon to conquer Earth.
Brother General Or-Tis
Oppressive ruling class; described as parasitic, ignorant, and cruel.
Part III: The Red Hawk
The oppressive alien rulers that the Red Hawk fights against.
I: The Desert Clans
The Kalkars are the ancestral enemies of the Julians, who brought hatred and suspicion to the world and are now confined to the valley.
III: Armageddon
The enemy force, caught by surprise but fighting fiercely; their leaders are targeted.
IV: The Capital
The enemy force that captures Julian and brings him to their capital camp.
V: The Sea
Captors and enemy; guards are overpowered during the escape.
VI: Saku the Nipon
Oppressors who have been fought off by the Nipons; a Kalkar warrior is killed in combat.
VII: Bethelda
Referenced as the enemy; Bethelda is mistaken for a Kalkar but denies it.
Peace
The enemy driven into the sea and defeated, fleeing westward in canoes.

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