Caleb - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Caleb, a character in Terry Pratchett's Discworld series, particularly in 'The Last Hero,' is a member of the Silver Horde, a group of aging yet legendary barbarian heroes. Known for his grizzled wisdom and experience, Caleb embodies the spirit of adventure and the refusal to succumb to the ravages of time. His role in the story highlights the themes of heroism, aging, and the enduring nature of legends in the Discworld universe.
Physical Appearance
Caleb is depicted as an elderly yet robust man, with a physique that speaks of a lifetime of battles and adventures. His face is a map of wrinkles and scars, each telling a story of past exploits. He wears traditional barbarian attire, consisting of furs and leather, adorned with various trinkets and trophies from his journeys. His hair is long and white, often tied back, and his beard is equally long and unkempt, giving him a wild, untamed appearance. Despite his age, his eyes are sharp and filled with the fire of youthful defiance, a testament to his indomitable spirit.
Caleb Appears In These Discworld Books
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The Last Hero
An elderly barbarian hero seeks to return stolen fire to the gods threatening world destruction. Discworld's finest heroes must stop him in an epic parody adventure.
Reflects on heroism, aging, and the tension between mythic ideals and practical realities.
Main characters: cohen the barbarian, truckle, boy willie, caleb, old vincent, mad hamish, rincewind, carrot ironfoundersson and leonard of quirm