The Warlord of Mars · Character

Thurid

A black dator of the First Born whose drawn sword and cold ambition make him a persistent shadow at John Carter's back.

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Also known as Dator Thurid, Dator

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

Black warrior being pursued by John Carter; meets secretly with Matai Shang.

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Thurid is a rival and conspirator among Barsoom's scheming factions, quick to seize advantage when Dejah Thoris is within reach. He lunges to cut Carter down on the balcony and later abandons him for dead, showing a pragmatism that borders on contempt. His alliance with Matai Shang is uneasy, each man watching the other for betrayal. As a recurring antagonist, he embodies the treacherous politics Carter must survive while chasing his wife.

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Character groups

Primary characters and antagonists
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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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Dejah Thoris
rivalry · negative
Thurid is a primary antagonist who repeatedly threatens and pursues Dejah Thoris,… How this plays out →
Salensus Oll
rivalry · negative
Matai Shang
rivalry · negative
John Carter
rivalry · negative
Kulan Tith
rivalry · negative
Matai Shang
rivalry · negative
Salensus Oll
rivalry · negative
John Carter
rivalry · negative
Matai Shang
rivalry · negative
Salensus Oll
rivalry · negative
Dejah Thoris
rivalry · negative
Thurid is a primary antagonist who repeatedly threatens and pursues Dejah Thoris,… How this plays out →
John Carter
rivalry · negative

Dejah Thoris
Thurid is a primary antagonist who repeatedly threatens and pursues Dejah Thoris, creating a hostile and adversarial dynamic.
Salensus Oll
Salensus Oll and Thurid are rival villains competing for power and control over Dejah Thoris and the situation.
Matai Shang
Matai Shang and Thurid are uneasy allies and rivals, both scheming for their own ends against John Carter and his allies.
John Carter
John Carter and Thurid are mortal enemies, with Thurid constantly plotting against Carter and his loved ones.
Kulan Tith
Kulan Tith opposes Thurid as an enemy and ally of John Carter, fighting against his schemes.
Matai Shang
Matai Shang and Thurid are uneasy allies and rivals, both scheming for their own ends against John Carter and his allies.
Salensus Oll
Salensus Oll and Thurid are rival villains competing for power and control over Dejah Thoris and the situation.
John Carter
John Carter and Thurid are mortal enemies, with Thurid constantly plotting against Carter and his loved ones.
Matai Shang
Matai Shang and Thurid are uneasy allies and rivals, both scheming for their own ends against John Carter and his allies.
Salensus Oll
Salensus Oll and Thurid are rival villains competing for power and control over Dejah Thoris and the situation.
Dejah Thoris
Thurid is a primary antagonist who repeatedly threatens and pursues Dejah Thoris, creating a hostile and adversarial dynamic.
John Carter
John Carter and Thurid are mortal enemies, with Thurid constantly plotting against Carter and his loved ones.

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Thurid appears across 11 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

On the River Iss
Black warrior being pursued by John Carter; meets secretly with Matai Shang.
Under the Mountains
Black dator being pursued by John Carter; mentioned as the target of the quest.
III: The Temple of the Sun
Black dator; his torch with the light combination is found and used by John Carter.
The Secret Tower
Abducts Dejah Thoris with Matai Shang; draws sword against Carter but flees after Matai Shang.
On the Kaolian Road
Antagonist; shoots at John Carter's flier and flees toward Kaol with Dejah Thoris.
A Hero in Kaol
Dator Thurid, he is suspicious of John Carter's agility but does not identify him.
New Allies
Black dator, struck by John Carter in the throne room; complicit in holding Dejah Thoris and Thuvia.
X: In Durance
Black dator of the First Born; attempts to force himself on Dejah Thoris; defeated by John Carter; conspires with Matai Shang.
The Pit of Plenty
Reveals John Carter's disguise in the audience chamber, leading to chaos.
Follow the Rope
Conspires with Solan to use a lever to abduct Dejah Thoris, bribing him with money.
Rewards
The black dator of the First Born who kidnaps Dejah Thoris and flees with her through the tunnels and into the frozen north.

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