# Lucas Trask — Space Viking character guide > Lucas Trask in Space Viking by H. Beam Piper. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Prince Trask, Trask, Lord Trask, Lord Lucas, Lord Lucas Trask, Prince of Tanith, Prince Trask of Tanith **First appearance:** 0000-i ## Snapshot A Sword-World prince who trades vengeance for empire, commanding Viking ships toward Tanith while hunting the man who murdered his bride. ## Who they are Trask moves through the galaxy as a nobleman-adventurer whose private war against Andray Dunnan slowly becomes something larger: the founding of a new civilization on Tanith. He is courteous, calculating, and unflinching — he will threaten a city with nuclear fire and then negotiate its surrender with the same calm voice. His early arc matters because every alliance he builds and every raid he orders is measured against two competing hungers: the old need for revenge and the newer ambition to plant something that lasts. ## Relationships ### [Otto Harkaman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/otto_harkaman) _friendship_ Lucas and Otto are close friends and allies, with Otto serving as Lucas's trusted right-hand man and confidant in his quest for power and revenge. ### [Andray Dunnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/andray_dunnan) _rivalry_ Andray Dunnan is a bitter enemy of Lucas Trask, driven by jealousy and a desire to undermine or destroy him. ### [Simon Bentrik](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/simon_bentrik) _professional_ Simon Bentrik is a loyal subordinate and advisor to Lucas Trask, handling administrative and strategic matters for his cause. ### [Zaspar Makann](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/zaspar_makann) _professional_ Zaspar Makann is a skilled technician and subordinate to Lucas Trask, providing essential technical expertise for his operations. ### [Garvan Spasso](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/garvan_spasso) _friendship_ Garvan Spasso is a friend and ally of Lucas Trask, often fighting at his side and sharing a bond of mutual respect. ### [Elaine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/elaine) _romantic_ Elaine and Lucas Trask share a romantic relationship, marked by deep affection and personal tragedy. ### [Otto Harkaman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/otto_harkaman) _friendship_ Lucas and Otto are close friends and allies, with Otto serving as Lucas's trusted right-hand man and confidant in his quest for power and revenge. ### [Simon Bentrik](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/simon_bentrik) _professional_ Simon Bentrik is a loyal subordinate and advisor to Lucas Trask, handling administrative and strategic matters for his cause. ### [Andray Dunnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/andray_dunnan) _rivalry_ Andray Dunnan is a bitter enemy of Lucas Trask, driven by jealousy and a desire to undermine or destroy him. ### [Garvan Spasso](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/garvan_spasso) _friendship_ Garvan Spasso is a friend and ally of Lucas Trask, often fighting at his side and sharing a bond of mutual respect. ### [Zaspar Makann](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/zaspar_makann) _professional_ Zaspar Makann is a skilled technician and subordinate to Lucas Trask, providing essential technical expertise for his operations. ### [Garvan Spasso](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/garvan_spasso) _friendship_ Garvan Spasso is a friend and ally of Lucas Trask, often fighting at his side and sharing a bond of mutual respect. ## In the story ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/i) The groom-to-be, deeply in love with Elaine, and wary of Dunnan's obsession. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/ii) Hosts the wedding gathering and debates Harkaman about the Tanith Adventure, expressing concern over the decline of the Sword-Worlds due to emigration and raiding. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/iii) The groom, observing Dunnan's outburst and later reassuring Sesar Karvall. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/iv) The groom, Baron of Traskon, who is shot by Dunnan immediately after the wedding ceremony. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/v) Awakens from critical injuries, learns of Elaine's death, and resolves to become a Space Viking to pursue Dunnan. ### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/vi) Commits to hunting Dunnan, commissions the Nemesis, and begins training as a Space Viking. ### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/vii) Anxious and focused on finding Dunnan; his hands tremble as he anticipates the confrontation. ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/viii) Disappointed that the Enterprise is not on Tanith; takes charge in negotiations with Valkanhayn and Spasso, clarifying he has no interest in establishing a base. ### [The Partnership on Tanith](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/ix) Proposes partnership to Spasso and Valkanhayn, asserts command over Tanith base, orders end to slave labor and raiding. ### [Consolidation and Planning](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/x) Observes the integration of crews and the development of Tanith, agrees to Harkaman's raiding plan despite concerns about leaving Tanith vulnerable. ### [XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xi) Experiences profound guilt and horror during his first raid on Khepera; kills a grieving local to end his suffering; reflects on the brutality of the sack. ### [XII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xii) Leads the raid on Eglonsby, negotiates with President Pedrosan, and devises the plan to attack Stolgoland. ### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xiii) Leads the raid on Beowulf, determined to acquire nuclear power for Tanith; transfers to Space Scourge and commands ground operations. ### [The Return of the Space Scourge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xiv) Anxiously awaits the return of the Space Scourge; learns he has been made Prince and Viceroy of Tanith by King Angus; continues to focus on his hunt for Andray Dunnan. ### [XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xv) Oversees the development of Tanith, tracks Dunnan's movements, and considers trade alliances. ### [XVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xvi) Continues hunting Dunnan, fortifies Tanith, and oversees its development. ### [The Terror-Raid on Tetragrammaton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xvii) Analyzes Dunnan's raid on Tetragrammaton as a terror tactic aimed at Marduk; receives a pistol from the raid; refuses Rathmore's suggestion to claim the throne of Gram. ### [XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xviii) Commands the Nemesis, leads the attack on Dunnan's forces at Audhumla, coordinates with Prince Bentrik. ### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xix) Explains Sword-World feudalism and armed populace to Bentrik; invents ocean-hiding tactic; plans to take Bentrik to Marduk. ### [XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xx) Arrives at Marduk as Viceroy of Tanith; is formally presented to King Mikhyl VIII; reflects on the nature of civilization and the threat of Dunnan. ### [Chapter XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxi) Engages in political and economic discussions at dinner, meets with Marduk naval intelligence, and travels to the hunting lodge. ### [XXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxii) Discusses the political situation and the investigation with Shefter; witnesses the Makannist demonstration; meets Princess Myrna in the garden. ### [XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxiii) Returns to Tanith, studies Hitler to understand Makann, renounces allegiance to Angus, proclaims himself Prince of Tanith, and receives Princess Lucile and her son. ### [XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxiv) Struggles to hold his coalition together; rejects both raiding Xochitl and intervening in Gram's dynastic war; fears Tanith's collapse. ### [XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxv) Convinces the Tanith nobility that Makann and Dunnan are the real enemies; leads the fleet as flagship commander; spends time with Lady Valerie Alvarath during the voyage. ### [XXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxvi) Commands the allied fleet during the battle at Marduk, orders the search of Abaddon, and coordinates tactics. ### [XXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/chapters/xxvii) Executes Andray Dunnan, contemplates becoming King of Tanith and forming a League of Civilized Worlds, and deals with the aftermath of the Marduk conquest. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters/lucas_trask - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/space_viking_se/characters