Red Rising Saga · Character

Proctor Jupiter

Also known as Jupiter, Jupiter au Velocitor, House Jupiter

  • Minor
  • First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 42

Proctor Jupiter is a minor character in Red Rising Saga (Book 1).

Gender
male
Age
adult
First appears
Book 1 · Ch. 42
Books
2

Proctor Jupiter begins as a towering, golden-armored antagonist in the Institute's brutal Passage, embodying the savage Gold hierarchy that Darrow must overcome. By Golden Son, he has transitioned into a hedonistic yet competent ally, his irreverent demeanor and dueling limp marking him as a changed figure who aids Darrow and Sevro in the chaos of Olympus. Across the two books, Jupiter evolves from a godlike obstacle to a nonchalant supporter, his allegiance shifting from House Jupiter's rigid traditions to the rising rebellion's cause.

Description

Tall lean adult man with a godlike powerful build, exuding coiled violence. Full golden armor dented from combat, helmet scarred, fair Gold skin taut over stern features. He grips weapons with wounded hamstrings and arms, tendons visibly cut, his presence imposing and aggressively predatory. A tall, lean man stands in shining golden armor, imposing and battle-ready. He holds a razor that hangs fluidly like a snake before it stiffens into a meter-long blade, with a pulseShaft close at hand. A sharp smile splits his lips; his hair, eyes, and complexion are not established by the description. Proctor Jupiter is a tall Gold in his 40s, towering half a foot above Darrow, with hair bound tight and careless pitiless eyes. Sinful hedonistic features twist in arrogant smirks, body marked by a slight limp from past duels. He ambles with slingBlade razor, exuding beastly confidence. Jupiter is exceptionally tall, standing about half a foot above Darrow, with an imposing, powerful presence; the text does not specify his complexion, eye color, or facial structure. His hair is bound tightly back, framing eyes described as careless, and he carries himself with a lazy, arrogant ease. A limp marks his stride, and he wears his razor in an unconventional style. His battle appearance includes starShell armor, while his usual garments are not described.

Connections

  • Darrow of LykosAdversary to ally

    Initially a formidable opponent in the Institute's Passage, Jupiter later becomes an ally who aids Darrow's cause during the Olympus conflict, his allegiance shifting from House Jupiter's traditions to the rising rebellion.

  • Ragnar VolarusAlly

    Collaborates with Ragnar to secure Olympus, working together in the rebellion's cause during the Institute's games.

  • Sevro au BarcaAlly

    Provides assistance to Sevro during the chaos of Olympus, helping him after he vomits and supporting the rebellion's efforts alongside Darrow.

Story so far

  1. BOOK 1Red Rising
    • Charges as a godlike antagonist in full golden armor during the Institute's clashes
    • Wields crooked pulseShaft and razor against Darrow
    • Is defeated when Darrow wounds his hamstrings and arms, cutting tendons to disarm him
    • His defeat underscores Darrow's rising prowess among the Golds
  2. BOOK 2Golden Son
    • Ambles pitiless in the Institute's games, wielding slingBlade despite a dueling limp
    • Helps Sevro after he vomits and secures Olympus with Ragnar
    • Yawns into coms underwater during the chaos
    • Remains cheerfully nonchalant amid the aftermath of violence

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