The Worm Ouroboros · Character
King Gaslark
Exiled-then-restored King of Goblinland, whose court at Zajë Zaculo breeds both loyal foster-brothers and bitter betrayals in Witchland's long shadow.
supporting
Also known as Gaslark, the King, O Gaslark
First appearance: King Gorice's Sending
As a supporting figure in The Worm Ouroboros, King Gaslark is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Mentioned by Gro in his tales of past adventures, including the flight from Zajë Zaculo.
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Gaslark rules Goblinland from Zajë Zaculo, a kingdom twice harried by Witchland and once saved only by Demonland's swords on Lormeron field. His reign is shadowed by the foster-brother Gro, who abandons the Goblin cause…
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Relationship types
- Rivalry
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Major Demon and Witchland Lords
- Minor Figures and Historical References
- Protagonist
- Allies and Key Supporting Figures
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This passage marks the dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak of Juss’s ques…
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Corinius
rivalry · negative
Corinius and King Gaslark are enemies, with Corinius leading campaigns against Gaslark's… How this plays out →
- Lord Juss
friendship · positive
- Corinius
rivalry · negative
Corinius and King Gaslark are enemies, with Corinius leading campaigns against Gaslark's… How this plays out →
- Lord Juss
friendship · positive
- Lord Juss
friendship · positive
- Corinius
rivalry · negative
Corinius and King Gaslark are enemies, with Corinius leading campaigns against Gaslark's… How this plays out →
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King Gaslark appears across 6 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- Conjuring in the Iron Tower
- King Gorice's Sending
- VI: The Claws of Witchland
- XXII: Aurwath and Switchwater
- The Second Expedition to Impland
- XXIX: The Fleet at Muelva
Chapter companion notes
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