Willikins - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Willikins is the quintessential gentleman's gentleman, serving as the butler to Sam Vimes, Duke of Ankh, with unwavering loyalty and a surprising array of skills. Beneath his impeccable manners and polished exterior lies a man of unexpected toughness, capable of handling himself in the roughest of situations, a testament to his upbringing in the streets of Ankh-Morpork. His significance in the Discworld universe is highlighted by his ability to seamlessly transition from serving tea to engaging in hand-to-hand combat, embodying the duality of civility and survival.
Physical Appearance
Willikins is a tall, lean man with a dignified bearing, always impeccably dressed in a traditional butler's uniform, complete with a crisp white shirt, black waistcoat, and polished shoes. His hair is neatly combed, and he sports a well-groomed mustache that adds to his distinguished appearance. Despite his refined look, his hands bear the scars of a rougher past, hinting at his streetwise origins. His eyes are sharp and observant, always assessing his surroundings, and his posture is one of readiness, suggesting that he is as prepared to serve a cup of tea as he is to defend his master.
Willikins Appears In These Discworld Books
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Snuff
Vimes investigates crimes against goblins in the countryside, confronting entrenched prejudice and fighting for justice.
Tackles systemic prejudice, colonial attitudes, and the fight for civil rights and dignity, underscoring justice as an active, persistent choice.
Main characters: sam vimes, sybil ramkin, willikins, chief constable feeney upshot, stratford and tears of the mushroom