Throughout his journey, Carter's life is transformed by several key encounters:
In the 1860s, John Carter , a weary former cavalry officer from the American Civil War, finds himself unexpectedly transported to the mysterious planet of (Mars). Because of the planet's lower gravity and his own bone density, he gains the ability to leap incredible distances and perform feats of superhuman strength. john-carter-zwischen-zwei-welten
: In the midst of this alien war, the cynical veteran rediscovers his humanity and sense of honor. Throughout his journey, Carter's life is transformed by
: He is accompanied by a loyal, dog-like Martian creature that follows him everywhere. : He is accompanied by a loyal, dog-like
Once on Barsoom, he is captured by the , a race of giant, four-armed green warriors led by the noble Tars Tarkas . While initially a prisoner, Carter soon becomes a pivotal figure in an epic conflict between the planet's warring factions, including the red Martians of Helium and the aggressive city of Zodanga .
: He falls for the brilliant and feisty Princess of Helium, who is fighting to save her people from destruction.