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This article is about the fictional horse from The Neverending Story. For other uses, see Artax (disambiguation). Artax is the loyal horse and steadfast companion of Atreyu, the young warrior protagonist, in Michael Ende's acclaimed 1979 fantasy novel The Neverending Story.^[1]^[2] As a key figure in the narrative, Artax joins Atreyu on the perilous Great Quest to discover a cure for the ailing Childlike Empress, whose illness unleashes the destructive force known as the Nothing, threatening to obliterate the fantastical realm of Fantastica.^[1]^[3] Early in their journey, Artax and Atreyu must traverse the treacherous Swamps of Sadness, a quagmire where overwhelming despair drains the will to live from all who enter.^[4] Despite Atreyu's desperate pleas and attempts to shield him with the protective Auryn medallion, Artax succumbs to the swamp's influence, voicing his profound hopelessness before sinking into the mire and perishing.^[4]^[3] This heartbreaking loss leaves Atreyu devastated and alone, underscoring the novel's exploration of grief, resilience, and the emotional depths of fantasy worlds, while profoundly affecting the reader Bastian, who mirrors Atreyu's sorrow as the story unfolds within the book he discovers.^[4]^[5] Artax's character, though not anthropomorphized beyond his ability to speak in moments of crisis, embodies unwavering loyalty and vulnerability, making his demise one of the most poignant moments in children's literature.^[3] Unlike in the 1984 film adaptation directed by Wolfgang Petersen, where Artax is later revived through Bastian's wishes, the novel leaves his death permanent, emphasizing irreversible loss as a catalyst for growth and the power of stories to evoke real emotion.^[4]^[6]

Fictional character in The Neverending Story

Origin and description

Artax is the loyal horse companion of Atreyu, the young Greenskin warrior protagonist in Michael Ende's fantasy novel The Neverending Story, first published in 1979 by K. Thienemanns Verlag.^[7] Hailing from the expansive Grassy Sea—a vast, ocean-like plain in the realm of Fantastica—Artax originates among the herd of horses belonging to the Greenskin people, a nomadic tribe that roams this lush, endless grassland.^[8] When the Childlike Empress selects Atreyu to undertake the Great Quest to combat the encroaching Nothing threatening Fantastica, Atreyu chooses Artax as his steadfast mount for the journey, highlighting their deep bond from the outset of the narrative.^[3] Physically, Artax is depicted as a small, shaggy horse with a spotted coat reminiscent of a wild steed, featuring short and stocky legs that belie his remarkable speed and endurance.^[9] In the novel, he is introduced standing outside Atreyu's tent in the Greenskin camp, portrayed as the fastest and most tireless runner among his kind, embodying the spirited vitality of the Grassy Sea's inhabitants.^[9] Though no exact age is specified, Artax's youthful energy and grass-colored appearance symbolize the natural harmony and innocence of Fantastica's untouched landscapes prior to the Nothing's destructive influence.^[10] As Atreyu's closest ally from the beginning of his mission to save the Childlike Empress, Artax represents the pure, unspoiled essence of Fantastica's diverse creatures, serving as a faithful partner in the early stages of the quest.^[3]

Role in the plot

Artax accompanies Atreyu as his faithful steed at the outset of the Great Quest, chosen by the Childlike Empress to seek a cure for her illness and the encroaching Nothing threatening Fantastica.^[11] As a young horse from the Great Grass Plain, Artax provides essential support during Atreyu's initial trials, including their swift crossing of the Silver Mountains on the first leg of the journey, where familiar paths allow them to make rapid progress despite the challenging terrain.^[12] Their bond is marked by Artax's ability to speak, responding affirmatively to Atreyu's commands, such as "Yes, master," as they set forth from the Ivory Tower.^[12] The duo's progress halts upon reaching the Swamps of Sadness, a treacherous region where despair infects all who enter, sapping their will to continue. Artax, overwhelmed by the pervasive hopelessness, begins to falter, repeatedly voicing his defeat with phrases like "I can't go on" before sinking deeper into the black, sticky mire.^[11] Despite Atreyu's desperate pleas and attempts to pull him free—shouting encouragement and even jumping into the swamp himself—Artax succumbs fully, declaring, "I can’t stand the sadness anymore. I want to die!" as he vanishes beneath the surface, marking a profound loss that leaves Atreyu isolated and grieving.^[12] This tragedy occurs just before Atreyu reaches Tortoise Shell Mountain within the swamps, where he consults Morla the Ancient One alone; Morla reveals that no cure exists within Fantastica and that only a human child from the real world can restore the Childlike Empress by giving her a new name.^[11] Artax's death represents a pivotal turning point, forcing Atreyu to confront the quest's perils without his companion and underscoring the escalating dangers of the Nothing's spread. Unlike in the film's adaptation, his death in the novel remains permanent, emphasizing themes of irreversible loss and emotional resilience.^[4]^[3]

Adaptations

Live-action film (1984)

In the 1984 live-action film adaptation of The Neverending Story, directed by Wolfgang Petersen, Artax is portrayed by two identical gray horses to facilitate the demanding scenes of riding and the infamous sinking sequence. One horse was used primarily for action shots involving Atreyu, while the other was reserved for the submersion effects, ensuring no single animal was overtaxed. These horses were meticulously selected for their majestic appearance and trained over approximately seven weeks by professional handler Dieter Geissler to exhibit behaviors simulating despair and resignation without any risk of harm. Geissler, drawing on his expertise, conditioned the animals to stand calmly in mud up to their necks, emphasizing their well-being throughout production.^[13]^[14] The pivotal Swamp of Sadness sequence, where Artax succumbs to the quagmire, was filmed on a custom-built bog set at Bavaria Studios in Munich, constructed with real mud, sunken trees, and atmospheric elements like smoke, steam, and dry ice to evoke an oppressive, misty expanse. Cinematographer Jost Vacano employed around 120 Spacelights to diffuse a hazy, ethereal glow, while a hydraulic platform and submerged elevator mechanism safely lowered the horse incrementally, preventing full immersion and allowing cuts before its head went under. The shoot spanned over two and a half weeks, with the horse's whinnies dubbed in post-production to heighten the sense of equine distress, conveying phrases of reluctant movement like responses to Atreyu's pleas. This technical setup amplified the scene's visual and auditory drama, contrasting the novel's more subdued, off-screen demise where Artax verbally urges Atreyu to proceed alone.^[15]^[13] Unlike the book's depiction of Artax as a spotted appaloosa-like young horse of the plains with no explicit color like "grass," the film presents him as a more regal gray steed to enhance his symbolic nobility and visual appeal on screen. The death scene is intensified for cinematic impact, focusing on prolonged, silent sinking that builds tension through Atreyu's futile efforts, culminating in his solitary mourning amid the fog-shrouded swamp—a deviation that underscores themes of loss more viscerally than the literary version's dialogue-driven farewell.^[16] Noah Hathaway, who played Atreyu, developed a strong bond with the horses during pre-production riding lessons and on-set interactions, later recalling their "wonderful" temperament despite the grueling conditions of the swamp shoot, which lasted three weeks in freezing mud and required medical attention after he passed out from dry ice fumes. Petersen noted the horses received superior care compared to the young actors, with the sequence's intensity shaping the film's emotional core and pacing, extending runtime to allow the audience to absorb the tragedy's weight. One horse was even gifted to Hathaway post-filming as a gesture of appreciation for his commitment.^[17]^[18]^[13]

Animated and other media

In the 1995–1996 animated television series The Neverending Story, produced by Ellipse Programme and Nelvana, Artax serves as Atreyu's steadfast horse and recurring companion across 26 episodes of episodic adventures in Fantastica.^[19] Voiced by Don Dickinson, the character is reimagined with greater longevity than in the original narrative, participating in quests while encountering dangers in swamp-inspired settings that echo the Swamps of Sadness without culminating in his demise.^[20] This format allows Artax to embody loyalty and resilience, often aiding Atreyu against threats like the Nothing's remnants or fantastical creatures. The 2001 live-action television series Tales from the Neverending Story, a 13-episode production by Hallmark Entertainment and Nelvana, features Artax as Atreyu's mount in a modernized, school-infused crossover between the real world and Fantastica.^[21] Portrayed by a trained horse distinct from the 1984 film, Artax joins Bastian and Atreyu in battling imaginative foes without revisiting his original tragic fate, emphasizing themes of rediscovered creativity amid episodic perils. In the 1994 direct-to-video film The NeverEnding Story III: Escape from Fantasia, Artax reappears as Atreyu's revived companion, depicted by a new equine actor in a plot blending high school bullying with Fantastican quests to thwart the Bookmen's disruption.^[22] The horse participates in action sequences, including chases and battles, underscoring renewed bonds in a lighter, family-oriented narrative that omits the Swamps of Sadness sequence. Video game adaptations, such as the 1990 platformer The Neverending Story II: The Arcade Game developed by Move and published by Linel for platforms including Amiga and ZX Spectrum, cast Artax as a controllable mount for Bastian during traversal and combat segments.^[23] Mechanics simplify horse-riding dynamics, focusing on speed and evasion rather than emotional loyalty tests, thus bypassing the story's deeper tragic elements for arcade-style progression.^[23] Later mobile titles, like casual adventure apps drawing from the franchise, similarly feature Artax as a supportive, non-tragic ally in simplified quests. Artax holds minor but poignant roles in audiobooks and stage adaptations of the source material. The 2012 unabridged audiobook narrated by Gerard Doyle for Tantor Audio highlights Artax's spoken despair in the Swamps of Sadness through modulated vocal inflections, enhancing the emotional weight of his interactions with Atreyu.^[24] In stage productions, such as David S. Craig's adaptation The Neverending Story: Atreyu and the Great Quest published by Dramatic Publishing, Artax is brought to life via puppetry or costumed performers to convey his physical and emotional journey in live scenes of peril and companionship.^[25] For instance, the 2019 Stratford Festival mounting employed actor Andrew Robinson in the role, using movement and props to depict the horse's loyalty amid fantastical trials.^[26] In March 2024, See-Saw Films and Michael Ende Productions announced plans for a new series of live-action film adaptations of The Neverending Story. As of November 2025, no release dates have been set, and details regarding Artax's portrayal remain undisclosed.^[27]

Cultural significance

Iconic death scene

The death of Artax in the Swamp of Sadness remains one of the most vividly recalled moments from the 1984 film adaptation of The Neverending Story, where young warrior Atreyu desperately tugs at his loyal horse's reins, pleading for it to resist the quagmire's pull, only for Artax to succumb and vanish beneath the murky surface.^[13] This sequence, marked by Atreyu's anguished cries of "Fight against the sadness, Artax!", has been frequently ranked among the most harrowing experiences in 1980s children's cinema, evoking a profound sense of helplessness and loss for audiences.^[28] The scene's cultural footprint includes notable recreations and parodies that play on its emotional weight for comedic effect. In 2011, webcomic artist Matthew Inman, known as The Oatmeal, released a strip titled "Artax," which comically amplifies the horse's descent by depicting it as a deliberate, exaggerated surrender to despair amid the swamp's gloom.^[29] Fan communities have sustained discussions of the moment's impact since the film's release, often categorizing it under tear-jerker tropes in online media analyses.^[13] Viewer responses have consistently highlighted the scene's role in inducing childhood distress, with many adults recounting it as a pivotal source of early emotional trauma in retrospective articles and interviews.^[28] Reports of viewers skipping the segment or requiring parental reassurance during screenings underscore its immediate psychological resonance.^[30] Director Wolfgang Petersen addressed persistent rumors of animal cruelty by confirming that no horse was harmed; two identical white horses were used, with the sinking effect achieved through mechanical means and editing.^[30] References to the scene appear in animated television, where it serves as shorthand for abrupt, irreversible tragedy. In a cutaway gag from Family Guy season 7, episode 8 ("Family Gay"), the sinking horse is invoked with the line "all thanks to that stupid horse," nodding to Artax's perceived passivity in the muck.^[31]

Interpretations and analysis

Artax's death in the Swamp of Sadness symbolizes the contagious nature of despair within Fantastica, where negative emotions spread and overwhelm even the strongest bonds, paralleling real-world concepts of emotional contagion and its destructive effects.^[32] This event underscores Michael Ende's narrative aim to illustrate resilience amid loss, as Atreyu's quest continues despite the tragedy, emphasizing the necessity of perseverance to combat encroaching nothingness.^[33] Psychological interpretations frame the scene as a metaphor for depression and grief, with Artax's sinking representing surrender to overwhelming sadness that no external encouragement can reverse, while Atreyu's survival and onward journey exemplify personal growth and the processing of trauma in fantasy narratives.^[33] Analyses in children's literature scholarship from the 2000s and beyond highlight how such depictions introduce young readers to themes of emotional vulnerability and recovery, drawing on Ende's use of fantastical elements to explore real psychological struggles without didacticism.^[34] In broader literary critiques, Artax's fate subverts traditional tropes of loyal animal companions in children's literature, where such figures often ensure heroic success or receive happy resolutions, as seen in works like Anna Sewell's Black Beauty that use animal suffering to evoke empathy but typically avoid permanent loss for the sake of moral uplift.^[35] Instead, Ende employs Artax's death to challenge expectations of unyielding companionship, fostering maturation through irreversible change and highlighting the philosophical tension between despair and imaginative rebirth.^[36]

Other uses

Thoroughbred racehorse

Artax (March 29, 1995 – January 8, 2012) was an American Thoroughbred racehorse bred in Kentucky by Vinery and Carondelet Farm.^[37]^[38] He was sired by Marquetry out of the mare Raging Apalachee and raced under the colors of owner Ernie Paragallo's Paraneck Stable, trained by Louis Albertrani.^[39]^[40] Named after the horse from the children's fantasy novel The Neverending Story, Artax stood about 16.3 hands high and weighed over 1,200 pounds.^[41] Artax began his racing career in California before moving east, where he excelled as a sprinter. Over 25 starts from 1998 to 1999, he recorded 7 wins, 9 seconds, and 3 thirds, amassing career earnings of $1,685,840.^[38]^[39] His major victories included equaling the Gulfstream Park track record of 1:07.89 for six furlongs in the 1999 Breeders' Cup Sprint, where he held off Kona Gold by a head to secure the win.^[42]^[40] Earlier that year, he also matched or broke records in the Carter Handicap and the Forego Handicap, earning him the 1999 Eclipse Award as American Champion Sprint Horse.^[37]^[43] One of the most notorious incidents in Artax's career occurred during the 1999 Maryland Breeders' Cup Handicap at Pimlico Race Course on the Preakness Stakes undercard. As the 4-5 favorite, Artax was leading when a drunken spectator, Lee Chang Ferrell, invaded the track and attempted to punch him; Artax swerved sharply to avoid the man, colliding with another horse and finishing fifth.^[44]^[45] Pimlico stewards determined that Artax would have won absent the interference and awarded him the victory, while wagers on him were refunded.^[44]^[46] Artax retired to stud in 2000 after a minor injury, initially at Clermont Farm in New York and later at farms including Taylor Made Farm in Kentucky and Diamond G Ranch in Oklahoma, before being exported to Brazil.^[47] He sired 625 foals, with 46% becoming winners and eight earning stakes victories, including grade I winner Friendly Michelle; his progeny amassed over $16.7 million in earnings.^[48] Artax was euthanized at age 16 in an equine hospital in Brazil due to complications from colic.^[37]

Biotechnology company

Artax Biopharma is a clinical-stage biotechnology company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing novel immunomodulators for T cell-mediated autoimmune diseases.^[49] The company's mission centers on creating first-in-class oral small-molecule therapies that selectively target Nck SH2 domains to modulate immune responses without causing broad immunosuppression, offering potentially safer alternatives to existing biologics and JAK inhibitors for conditions such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease.^[50]^[51] The lead pipeline candidate, AX-158, is an oral Nck modulator designed to reset dysregulated T cell activity in autoimmune disorders. In June 2023, Artax announced positive topline results from a Phase 1 trial of AX-158, demonstrating good tolerability with no serious adverse events and dose-proportional pharmacokinetics in healthy volunteers.^[52] A Phase 2a proof-of-concept trial in patients with mild-to-moderate plaque psoriasis completed patient recruitment in August 2024, with topline data reported in Q4 2024 showing clinical efficacy, favorable safety (no severe adverse events or infections), and biomarker evidence of the novel mechanism of action.^[53]^[54] In January 2025, the company achieved clinical validation for AX-158 in autoimmune disease treatment, with full Phase 2a results—including safety, efficacy, and biomarker data—presented at the Society for Investigative Dermatology Annual Meeting in May 2025.^[55]^[56] Artax plans to initiate a Phase 2 trial of AX-158 in moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in 2025 and is advancing programs for rheumatoid arthritis. In November 2025, Artax was named the winner of the BioTech Breakthrough Immunology Innovation of the Year Award for its work on AX-158.^[57]^[51] To support pipeline advancement, Artax raised $8 million in convertible debt financing in August 2024 from existing investors including Eli Lilly and Company and Advent Life Sciences, ahead of the Phase 2a psoriasis data readout.^[58] Earlier milestones include a Series B extension in June 2020 led by Columbus Venture Partners to progress AX-158 into clinical development.^[59] The company maintains U.S. operations in Cambridge, with a leadership team experienced in immunology and biotech commercialization.^[60]

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Jun 4, 2020 · Artax Biopharma completes Series B extension led by Columbus Venture Partners to advance innovative autoimmune disease treatment AX-158.Missing: 02 838 milestones
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Headquarters: Cambridge, MA. Type: Public Company. Founded: 2013. Locations. One Broadway. Cambridge, MA, US. Get directions. Employees at Artax Biopharma Inc.