Reacher Gilt - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Reacher Gilt is a cunning and unscrupulous businessman who serves as the antagonist in "Going Postal." He is the chairman of the Grand Trunk Semaphore Company, using his ruthless tactics and manipulative skills to maintain control over the clacks communication system. Gilt's significance lies in his embodiment of corporate greed and corruption, making him a formidable opponent to the protagonist, Moist von Lipwig.
Physical Appearance
Reacher Gilt is a tall, imposing figure with a sharp, hawk-like face that seems to be perpetually calculating. His eyes are cold and piercing, often hidden behind a pair of reflective spectacles that add to his air of mystery and menace. Gilt dresses in the height of fashion, favoring dark, luxurious suits that emphasize his wealth and power, often accessorized with a silk cravat and a gold pocket watch. His presence is further marked by a distinctive, well-groomed beard and a top hat, giving him the appearance of a Victorian-era villain.
Reacher Gilt Appears In These Discworld Books
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Going Postal
Con-man Moist von Lipwig must revive Ankh-Morpork's defunct post office, becoming an unlikely hero in a battle against corporate greed and corruption.
Examines redemption, the ethics of business practices, and the impact of technological progress versus tradition.
Main characters: moist von lipwig, adora belle dearheart, lord vetinari, stanley howler, tolliver groat, mr pump and reacher gilt