The Maid of Sker · Character

Colonel Lougher

A just, upright old soldier who admits his mistakes and is won over by a castaway child's unexpected elegance and taste for good wine.

supporting

Also known as the Colonel, mild Colonel Lougher, the good Colonel Lougher, Lougher

First appearance: the maid of sker

As a supporting figure in The Maid of Sker, Colonel Lougher is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Mentioned as a magistrate; Davy hopes to impress him by attending church.

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Colonel Lougher is the mild, deliberate gentleman whose instinct is to see to the bottom of things before rushing in, unlike his quicker sister Lady Bluett. He initially takes Bardie for a Kenfig nobody, but her pretty manners and fluent toast to his birthday force him to confess his error and delight in her. His fairness and standing make him a natural protector for the child and a quiet counterweight to the rougher powers around Sker.

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Lady Bluett
professional · positive
Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett have a formal, professional relationship as associates in… How this plays out →
Miss Delushy
social · ambivalent
Lady Bluett
professional · positive
Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett have a formal, professional relationship as associates in… How this plays out →
Miss Delushy
social · ambivalent
Lady Bluett
professional · positive
Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett have a formal, professional relationship as associates in… How this plays out →
Miss Delushy
social · ambivalent

Lady Bluett
Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett have a formal, professional relationship as associates in local affairs.
Miss Delushy
Colonel Lougher and Miss Delushy are social acquaintances, meeting in formal or community settings.
Lady Bluett
Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett have a formal, professional relationship as associates in local affairs.
Miss Delushy
Colonel Lougher and Miss Delushy are social acquaintances, meeting in formal or community settings.
Lady Bluett
Colonel Lougher and Lady Bluett have a formal, professional relationship as associates in local affairs.
Miss Delushy
Colonel Lougher and Miss Delushy are social acquaintances, meeting in formal or community settings.

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Colonel Lougher appears across 11 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Boat Versus Bardie
Mentioned as a magistrate; Davy hopes to impress him by attending church.
XIX: A Craft Beyond the Law
A noble magistrate who defends Davy in court, descends from the same line as Davy's family, and has no children.
XXI: Cross-Examination
Colonel Lougher is mentioned as the only magistrate who has been a comfort to Davy, having previously fined him lightly for assault.
Into Good Society
Observes Bardie with interest, plays with her on the beach, invites her to dinner, and decides to keep watch over her.
The Little Maid, and the Midshipman
Rodney's uncle, who is excited about Rodney's naval outfit.
Provides for Education
Davy visits him and Lady Bluett to discuss Bardie's education; he is put in legal charge of Bardie.
XLV: Introduces a Real Hero
Sees off his nephew Rodney Bluett at the gate, expressing trust in the boy's honor.
Great March of Intellect
Part of the boating party with Lady Bluett.
Many Weak Moments
Orders Davy's hammock and shows extraordinary kindness during the winter.
LXV: So Does Poor Old Davy
Accuses Davy of misconduct regarding the boat, but later apologizes after Captain Bluett confirms Davy's claim.
LXVI: The Maid at Last Is 'Dentified'
Discreetly withdraws with Captain Bluett during the family reunion; later confirms the thumbnail mark.

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