The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Corean king
Also known as king of Corea
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 113
He enters the account with the gravity of a ruler moving through the orbit of a distant imperial court. The text gives little sense of his private character, leaving his quiet, formal presence to carry the intrigue.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 113
- Books
- 1
The Corean king is mentioned as a ruler who visited the Khan and witnessed the Khan’s illness. Beyond this brief encounter, the account offers no personal history, relationships, or later transformation. He remains a passing figure whose presence connects the Korean court to the wide world of the Khan’s dominion.
Description
No physical features are specified for the Corean king: his age, height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, and facial structure are not described. His clothing and regalia are likewise left unstated, so a visual depiction should avoid claiming a particular style or set of ornaments. A dignified bearing may convey his royal status without inventing personal details.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Kúbláisovereign
The Corean king sends goods and attendants to Kúblái, including animal skins and ritual specialists, in response to imperial requests.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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