Dejah Thoris

Creation & Design

Dejah Thoris was created by Edgar Rice Burroughs and first appeared in the 1912 novel 'A Princess of Mars'. She was designed as a strong, intelligent, and independent character who plays a crucial role in the John Carter saga.

Early Years

Dejah Thoris is introduced as the beautiful and intelligent princess of Helium, a city on the planet Barsoom (Mars). Her character is pivotal in the narrative of John Carter, showcasing themes of love, bravery, and the struggle for freedom.

Character Development

Throughout her appearances, Dejah Thoris evolves from a damsel in distress to a formidable warrior and diplomat. Her character embodies the themes of empowerment and resilience, making her a beloved figure in the Barsoom series.

Cultural Reception

Dejah Thoris has been well-received as a strong female character in science fiction, often praised for her intelligence and agency. She has become an iconic figure in the genre.

Character Details

Real Name:
Dejah Thoris
First Appearance:
The Funnies #33
Aliases:
Princess of Helium, Warlord's Wife
Species:
Martian
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
John Carter, The Thark, The Heliumites
Abilities:
Intellect, Diplomacy, Combat Skills
Equipment:
Martian Technology, Weapons
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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Dell ⋅ 1939
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1st appearance of Dejah Thoris in a standard comic book

Adaptation of 'A Princess of Mars' by Edgar Rice Burroughs

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First John Carter solo title, standard comic book - indicia (copyright info) identifies this issue as Four Color #375

Adaptation of A Princess of Mars changing the intro from John Carter as a civil War soldier to the Korean War

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Marvel begins publishing John Carter Warlord of Mars

[October 2020 - early rumor that Disney+ is planning a John Carter TV show]

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Origin of Dejah Thoris

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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Dejah Thoris

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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Dejah Thoris

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Variant virgin cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Dynamite begins publishing John Carter stories

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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Dejah Thoris

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo featuring Dejah Thoris

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Variant Green Robe cover art by Ken Lashley, limited to 250 copies

Emerald City Comic Con exclusive

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Variant wraparound cover art by Adam Hughes

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Variant cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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Cover art by Lucio Parrillo

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