Hodgesaargh

Overview

L-Space identifies Hodgesaargh as Lancre Castle’s falconer, introduced in Lords and Ladies. His name incorporates the cry provoked when a bird interrupts his introduction by biting him. He hopes to tame a crowhawk, and his affection for his charges persists despite their attacks. An invading elf fares no better when attempting to command one of his eagles.

The specialist account also places his practical knowledge against received legend in Carpe Jugulum: he searches for a phoenix and investigates its eggshells. The inspected publisher excerpt shows him noticing unusual alertness in the mews while preparing a normally dependable buzzard for an evening event.

First appearances & development

Discworld novels.

Canon & continuity

L-Space; inspected publisher excerpt.

Selected bibliography

Documented works and useful reading. This is not a list of every appearance.

1. 01

   Lords and Ladies

   · 1992

2. 02

   Carpe Jugulum

   · 1998

Family & connections

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References

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1. Specialist referenceHodgesaarghResearch access: 2026-10-21
2. Primary workCarpe Jugulum excerptResearch access: 2026-10-18

Image credits

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