# DalNalten — First Lensman character guide

> DalNalten in First Lensman by E. E. Smith.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** DalNalten, Dr. DalNalten, Neither DalNalten, DalNalten the Venerian, Venerian

**First appearance:** 0004-iii

## Who they are

Venerian scientist and ally.

## In the story

### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/xiii)

Co-reports with Knobos on thionite smuggling from Eridan; advises against infiltration due to inability to disguise.

### [The Bennettan Arsenal and the Shadowing of Ossmen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/xvii)

The Venerian Lensman who identifies Ossmen's suspicious behavior and advises against direct intervention.

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