The Empyrean · Character
Commandant Panchek
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 2
Commandant Panchek is a supporting character in The Empyrean, first appearing in Fourth Wing (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- middle-aged
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 2
- Books
- 1
Commandant Panchek appears among Navarre’s high-ranking officers, presenting a polished public face. When addressing a formation about a breach of the Codex, he fumbles with the book and later hangs back during the wingleader quorum.
Description
Panchek is a middle-aged man in full military dress, with medals displayed on his uniform. His smile has a politician’s polish, and he gestures with his hands when he speaks. He is seen among groups of uniformed officers and at a podium.
Connections
Friends & mentorsRivals

Violet Sorrengailcadet
Panchek is a commandant who announces the Squad Battle’s final mission and sets its rules. Violet and her squad act under his challenge.
Story so far
BOOK 1Fourth Wing
Quotes
The purpose of a squad leader is to form a tightly knit unit that can carry on with a mission after their demise.
Book 1 · Fourth Wing
Appearances
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In Book 1
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