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Dr. Loudons

A scientist involved in a dangerous experiment.

minor

Also known as Loudons, Jim Loudons

First appearance: the edge of the knife

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Accompanies Altamont, gathers tools and workers in the village, and becomes worried about the community's false belief about their identities.
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MAMr. AltamontECEdward ChalmersSKSid KeatingJSJohn Singleton…RLRuss LattermanDLDr. Loudons

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  • Dangerous Experiments
  • Time Travel Agents
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