# Captain Phipps — The Spy in Black character guide

> Captain Phipps in The Spy in Black by J. Storer Clouston.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Phipps

**First appearance:** 0014-i-the-meeting

## Who they are

A British naval officer involved in the investigation.

## In the story

### [IV: Friday](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_spy_in_black_se/chapters/iv-friday)

Referred to as 'the gross person' and 'Captain Phipps'; reveals that the four submarines have been captured.

### [I: Tiel’s Journey](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_spy_in_black_se/chapters/i-tiel-s-journey)

Assists Blacklock in the interrogation and provides sardonic commentary; reveals he was chosen for his appearance.

### [II: The Lady](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_spy_in_black_se/chapters/ii-the-lady)

Present during the revelation, he interjects with gallant remarks and humor, calling Eileen's actions deserving of decorations.

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