First Lensman · Character
Mentor of Arisia
The ancient Arisian who offers humanity the Lens, asking nothing and warning that the gift will weigh more than any wearer can yet imagine.
supporting
Also known as Mentor, Arisia, Mentor of Arisia
First appearance: viii
As a supporting figure in First Lensman, Mentor of Arisia is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Provides the Lens and guidance to Samms, representing the Arisian support.
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With Virgil Samms (psychological): The Mentor is an ancient Arisian who guides and manipulates Virgil's development as the first Lensman. With Virgil Samms (psychological): The Mentor is an ancient Arisian who guides…
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- Psychological
- Other
Character groups
- Core Lensman founders
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
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- Virgil Samms
psychological · ambivalent
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- Virgil Samms
psychological · ambivalent
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- Virgil Samms
psychological · ambivalent
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See Mentor of Arisia in viii