Short Fiction · Character
Rikard of Nyrac
A cold-eyed, calculating leader from a distant world whose rainbow robes and golden coronet conceal a patient plan to humble the complacent Terrestrial Empire.
supporting
Also known as Nyrac, Rikard
First appearance: star ship
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Mentioned as Prince Torric; Flandry encourages his ambition against Cerdic.
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In IV: Mentioned as Prince Torric; Flandry encourages his ambition against Cerdic. Later, in III: Mentioned as Hawkins, the man who…
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- Warriors and scientists
- Feudal lords and agents
- Protagonist
- Captains and sorcerers
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