American prisoner who thrives in the camp through black market schemes and cunning. He breeds rats and sells meat to British officers, acquires a diamond, and acts as a de facto ruler until the war ends. He recruits Marlowe as a translator, shows ambiguous loyalty, and ultimately leaves the camp after being detained by American liberators.
Weaver views King with distrust due to his uncharacteristic well-being in the camp.
King maintains strict control over his camp hierarchy, suppressing Max's insubordination.
Grey actively opposes King due to his moral disgust with King's black market activities.
A pragmatic alliance where Marlowe provides translation services while King offers protection and resources.
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