The local sheriff who investigates the initial incidents and collaborates with Hansen and Ashley. He enforces the mayor's order to spray pesticides but later discovers the town is under siege. He is killed when a collision causes a water tower to collapse on his vehicle while navigating the spider-infested streets.
Local outlaw or ally in the western conflict.
A civilian test pilot in the experimental X-15 program at Edwards Air Force Base, Powell faces the physical and emotional strain of the trials. After Lt. Col. Lee Brandon guides his flameout-stricken aircraft to a safe landing and saves his life, Powell goes on to take the X-15 into outer space for the final test.
Lord Zirpola leads the city state of Helix and plans war against Tritan to obtain its fuel supply. He captures Kaz Oshay, arranges for Deneer to be seized, and promotes Deathsport to demonstrate Helix's Death Machines. His authority drives the imprisonment and forced battles faced by the protagonists.
David McLean has 21 screen credits in a career dating back to 1955. Their work is anchored in the Nevada Smith Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include X-15, The Strangler, Kingdom of the Spiders. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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