# Pirates of Venus — Character guide

> Key figures in Pirates of Venus by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

- [Carson Napier](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/carson_napier.md): Earth adventurer who rockets to Venus and becomes embroiled in its politics and romance.
- [Duare](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/duare.md): Daughter of the Vepajan king; Carson's love interest and a strong-willed princess.
- [Kamlot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/kamlot.md): Vepajan nobleman who befriends Carson and guides him through Amtorian society.
- [Zog](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/zog.md): Powerful Thorist leader and antagonist who opposes Carson and Duare.
- [Moosko](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/moosko.md): Vepajan warrior and companion in Carson's early adventures on Amtor.
- [Danus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/danus.md): Vepajan who becomes a key ally and friend to Carson during the journey.
- [Kiron](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/kiron.md): Young Vepajan soldier who joins Carson's cause and shows bravery.
- [Vilor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/vilor.md): Thorist leader and antagonist who schemes against Carson and Duare.
- [Gamfor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/gamfor.md): Vepajan captain who commands the Sofal and aids Carson's escape.
- [Anoos](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/anoos.md): Vepajan who serves as a guide and informant for Carson.
- [Kodj](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/kodj.md): Vepajan warrior involved in the early conflicts on Amtor.
- [Honan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/honan.md): Vepajan who interacts with Carson during the political struggles.
- [Jimmy Welsh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/jimmy_welsh.md): Carson's friend from Earth, mentioned in his thoughts and memories.
- [Jason Gridley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/jason_gridley.md): Earth acquaintance of Carson, referenced as a fellow adventurer.
- [Duran](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/duran.md): Vepajan who appears in the court of the king.
- [Mintep](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/mintep.md): Vepajan king and father of Duare, ruler of Vepaja.
- [Chand Kabi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/chand_kabi.md): Vepajan elder who provides wisdom and counsel to Carson.
- [Tarel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/tarel.md): Vepajan who is gathered by Carson for a mission.
- [Olthar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/olthar.md): Vepajan warrior who aids Carson in battle.
- [Jong](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/jong.md): Vepajan leader or official encountered by Carson.
- [von Horst](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/von_horst.md): Earthman mentioned as part of Carson's background.
- [Rothmund](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/rothmund.md): Earth scientist associated with Carson's rocket project.
- [Judge John Carson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/judge_john_carson.md): Carson's relative or namesake, mentioned in his backstory.
- [Ralph](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/pirates_of_venus_se/characters/ralph.md): Earth friend of Carson, briefly referenced.

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