# Gharlane of Eddore — First Lensman character guide

> Gharlane of Eddore in First Lensman by E. E. Smith.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Gharlane, Eddore, Gharlane of Eddore, Gharlane - Roger

**First appearance:** 0011-x

## Who they are

An Eddorian agent of vast and patient malice, he survives an Arisian strike meant to end him, becoming proof that his ancient race still underestimates its enemies.

## In the story

### [First Lensman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/first-lensman)

Mentioned as the primary antagonist, orchestrating the Boskone threat.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/i)

Confronts an Arisian, is blocked and warned, then returns to Eddore to warn his fellows.

### [XVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/first_lensman_se/chapters/xvi)

Analyzes reports from across the galaxies, directing the Great Plan, but remains ignorant of the recent defeat on Earth.

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