# The Sergeant — The Water of the Wondrous Isles character guide

> The Sergeant in The Water of the Wondrous Isles by William Morris.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the sergeant, The sergeant

**First appearance:** 0048-iii-now-would-birdalone-ride-abroad

## Who they are

A sergeant at the Castle of the Quest who interacts with Birdalone.

## Relationships

### [Birdalone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_water_of_the_wondrous_isles_se/characters/birdalone)

_professional_

The Sergeant serves as a military leader and protector for Birdalone, following her commands with discipline.

### [Arthur the Black Squire](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_water_of_the_wondrous_isles_se/characters/arthur_the_black_squire)

_professional_

Arthur and the Sergeant have a professional military relationship, coordinating efforts in battle and protection.

### [Birdalone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_water_of_the_wondrous_isles_se/characters/birdalone)

_professional_

The Sergeant serves as a military leader and protector for Birdalone, following her commands with discipline.

### [Arthur the Black Squire](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_water_of_the_wondrous_isles_se/characters/arthur_the_black_squire)

_professional_

Arthur and the Sergeant have a professional military relationship, coordinating efforts in battle and protection.

## In the story

### [III: How They Follow the Slot of Birdalone and the Black Knight](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_water_of_the_wondrous_isles_se/chapters/iii-how-they-follow-the-slot-of-birdalone-and-the-black-knight)

A keen tracker and woodsman who guides the champions through the Black Valley and the mountain pass, sharing tales and advice.

## Links

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