# Knobos — First Lensman character guide

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

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Knobos, Mr. Knobos

**First appearance:** 0018-xvii

## Who they are

Alien delegate and early contact for the Patrol.

## In the story

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

Reports with DalNalten that Spaceways' uranium vessels are hauling thionite from Eridan; decides against personal investigation due to risk.

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

The Martian Lensman who studies the building's entrance, noting the complete change of personnel per operation.

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