The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Ta-nao
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 126
Ta-nao is introduced as a minister at the court of Emperor Hwang-ti, a figure associated with the ordering of time itself. The text gives no physical portrait, but his role suggests a thoughtful presence amid the formal rhythms of court.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 126
- Books
- 1
Ta-nao served as a minister to Emperor Hwang-ti and is credited in the text with devising the sexagenary cycle. Beyond that intellectual and courtly contribution, no personal history, relationships, or further arc is recorded.
Description
Ta-nao is identified as an adult man and minister, with no physical appearance described. His height, build, complexion, hair, eyes, facial features, clothing, and distinguishing marks are unspecified.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
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