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The Artilleryman
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The Artilleryman

from The War of the Worlds

A soldier who escapes the initial Martian attack and becomes a survivalist. He initially recounts his horrifying combat experiences. Later, he presents a grandiose, cynical, and nihilistic vision for humanity's future: living underground, breeding, and eventually fighting back.

Personality Traits

CynicalPragmaticResilientResourcefulAuthoritarian (in his plans)Charismatic (in presenting his vision)BoastfulLanguid (in practice)Philosophical (in a dark way)Violent (suggested by past actions/beliefs)Self-preserving

About The Artilleryman

The Artilleryman is a supporting character in H. G. Wells's classic novel "The War of the Worlds" (1898). A soldier who escapes the initial Martian attack and becomes a survivalist. He initially recounts his horrifying combat experiences. Later, he presents a grandiose, cynical, and nihilistic vision for humanity's future: living underground, breeding, and eventually fighting back.

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