# Ranthar Jard — Short Fiction character guide

> Ranthar Jard in Short Fiction by H. Beam Piper.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Jard, Ranthar, Subchief Ranthar Jard

**First appearance:** 0045-crossroads-of-destiny

## Who they are

A subchief on a primitive alien world.

## Relationships

### [Verkan Vall](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_24_se/characters/verkan_vall)

_friendship_

Ranthar Jard is a trusted ally and friend of Verkan Vall, often aiding him in dangerous missions.

### [Verkan Vall](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_24_se/characters/verkan_vall)

_friendship_

Ranthar Jard is a trusted ally and friend of Verkan Vall, often aiding him in dangerous missions.

### [Verkan Vall](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_24_se/characters/verkan_vall)

_friendship_

Ranthar Jard is a trusted ally and friend of Verkan Vall, often aiding him in dangerous missions.

## In the story

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_24_se/chapters/i)

Subchief coordinating the raid with Vall, discussing men and equipment for the operation.

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