Red Rising Saga · Character
Pollux
Also known as raspy Pollux
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 21
Pollux is a brutal, physically imposing Mars initiate in Red Rising, aligned with Titus au Ladros's savage faction in Red Rising Saga (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- 17-18
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 21
- Books
- 2
Pollux begins as a brutal, physically imposing Mars initiate in Red Rising, aligned with Titus au Ladros's savage faction and defined by his craggy features, raspy voice, and readiness for violence. His arc is brief but telling: while he participates in the tribe's atrocities, he also demonstrates unexpected agency by freeing Cassius and offering to open the gate, hinting at a capacity for independent action. By Golden Son, he has shifted allegiance to Jupiter's forces, appearing only in passing as a peripheral combatant on the opposing side. Across the saga, Pollux evolves from a menacing House Mars foot soldier into a largely background figure whose loyalties migrate with the shifting power structures of the Institute's war games.
Description
Pollux is a lean young boy with closely buzzed hair emphasizing his sharp, craggy facial features and rugged look. His wiry athletic build shows the effects of constant physical exertion and fighting within the harsh Mars house environment, complemented by fair skin and intense eyes that suit his alignment with the violent members of Titus's tribe. He wears the simple functional garments of a House Mars initiate, projecting a gritty, menacing presence that matches his raspy voice and readiness for brutality. A large, imposing young man, nearly as big as Darrow, with a craggy, weathered-looking face. His expression carries a sardonic edge, and his rough, gravelly voice suggests a blunt, hard-edged presence. He wears practical, dark military clothing appropriate to the violent Mars forces, with a sturdy, battle-ready silhouette. The available description gives no physical details for Pollux. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, clothing, and distinguishing features are unspecified.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
- TA
Titus au Ladrosfollower
Begins as a loyal follower within Titus's savage Mars tribe, participating in its violence; later demonstrates independent action by freeing Cassius, suggesting the relationship may have frayed or Pollux's allegiance was pragmatic rather than absolute.
Story so far
BOOK 1Red Rising
- Aligns with Titus au Ladros's violent faction within House Mars
- Participates in the tribe's brutal campaigns and physical confrontations
- Frees the captured Cassius au Bellona from captivity
- Offers to open the gate for Darrow's forces if needed
BOOK 2Golden Son
- Appears briefly alongside Jupiter on the opposing side
- Moves in and out of scenes without significant dialogue or development
- No personal history or transformation is revealed
Appearances
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