# The Black Star Passes — Character guide

> Key figures in The Black Star Passes by John W. Campbell.

- [Robert Arcot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/robert_arcot.md): Brilliant physicist and inventor who leads humanity's defense against alien threats.
- [President Arthur Morey](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/president_arthur_morey.md): President of the World Government and Arcot's close ally in scientific ventures.
- [Wade](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/wade.md): A brilliant scientist and close friend of Arcot, often piloting their advanced ships.
- [Taj Lamor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/taj_lamor.md): A Venerian scientist who joins Arcot's team and helps develop key technologies.
- [John Fuller](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/john_fuller.md): A resourceful engineer and member of Arcot's expedition team.
- [Dick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/dick.md): A young pilot and friend of the main characters, often involved in action.
- [Tonlos](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/tonlos.md): A Venerian leader who aids the Earthmen in their mission.
- [Lieutenant Wright](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/lieutenant_wright.md): A military officer serving under Arcot's command.
- [Tordos Gar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/tordos_gar.md): A Venerian scientist who collaborates with the Earth team.
- [Dr. Ridgely](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/dr_ridgely.md): A medical doctor who accompanies the expedition.
- [Forsyth](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/forsyth.md): A scientist involved in the project's early stages.
- [Sonor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/sonor.md): A member of the alien race encountered on a distant world.
- [Lieutenant Greer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_black_star_passes_se/characters/lieutenant_greer.md): A military officer serving on the expedition ship.

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