Lupine Wonse - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Lupine Wonse is the ambitious and cunning secretary to the Patrician of Ankh-Morpork, Lord Vetinari, in 'Guards! Guards!'. Initially appearing as a loyal aide, Wonse's true nature is revealed as he orchestrates a plot to overthrow the Patrician by summoning a dragon to the city. His significance lies in his role as a catalyst for chaos, highlighting the themes of power, corruption, and the unexpected consequences of ambition in the Discworld universe.
Physical Appearance
Lupine Wonse is a slight, unassuming man with a sharp, calculating face that belies his seemingly innocuous demeanor. He typically dresses in the understated yet elegant attire befitting a high-ranking official, often seen in dark, well-tailored robes that allow him to blend into the background of the Patrician's palace. His eyes are keen and observant, always flickering with the glint of hidden schemes, and his thin lips often curl into a smile that never quite reaches his eyes. Despite his modest stature, there is an air of quiet confidence about him, a testament to his belief in his own cleverness and ambition.
Lupine Wonse Appears In These Discworld Books
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Guards! Guards!
The cynical, downtrodden City Watch of Ankh-Morpork faces off against a dragon summoned by power-hungry conspirators. Led by Captain Vimes, they must overcome incompetence to protect their city.
Examines authority, justice, and civic responsibility, satirizing the complacency of institutions and the public's desire for simplistic solutions.
Main characters: sam vimes, carrot ironfoundersson, sybil ramkin, nobby nobbs, fred colon, lord vetinari and lupine wonse