Pirates of Venus · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in Pirates of Venus by Edgar Rice Burroughs.
Carson Napier
major
Also known as Carson, Carson of Napier, Mr. Napier, Napier
Earth adventurer who rockets to Venus and becomes embroiled in its politics and romance.
Duare
major
Also known as XI Duare
Daughter of the Vepajan king; Carson's love interest and a strong-willed princess.
Kamlot
major
Also known as Kamlot of Zar
Vepajan nobleman who befriends Carson and guides him through Amtorian society.
Zog
supporting
Also known as the powerful Zog, the great Zog
Powerful Thorist leader and antagonist who opposes Carson and Duare.
Moosko
supporting
Vepajan warrior and companion in Carson's early adventures on Amtor.
Danus
supporting
Vepajan who becomes a key ally and friend to Carson during the journey.
Kiron
supporting
Young Vepajan soldier who joins Carson's cause and shows bravery.
Vilor
supporting
Thorist leader and antagonist who schemes against Carson and Duare.
Gamfor
supporting
Vepajan captain who commands the Sofal and aids Carson's escape.
Anoos
minor
Vepajan who serves as a guide and informant for Carson.
Kodj
minor
Vepajan warrior involved in the early conflicts on Amtor.
Honan
minor
Vepajan who interacts with Carson during the political struggles.
Jimmy Welsh
minor
Also known as Jimmy, dear old Jimmy Welsh
Carson's friend from Earth, mentioned in his thoughts and memories.
Jason Gridley
minor
Also known as Jason
Earth acquaintance of Carson, referenced as a fellow adventurer.
Duran
minor
Vepajan who appears in the court of the king.
Mintep
supporting
Vepajan king and father of Duare, ruler of Vepaja.
Chand Kabi
minor
Also known as This Chand Kabi, old Chand Kabi
Vepajan elder who provides wisdom and counsel to Carson.
Tarel
minor
Vepajan who is gathered by Carson for a mission.
Olthar
minor
Vepajan warrior who aids Carson in battle.
Jong
minor
Vepajan leader or official encountered by Carson.
von Horst
minor
Earthman mentioned as part of Carson's background.
Rothmund
minor
Also known as Mr. Rothmund
Earth scientist associated with Carson's rocket project.
Judge John Carson
minor
Also known as John Carson
Carson's relative or namesake, mentioned in his backstory.
Ralph
minor
Earth friend of Carson, briefly referenced.
