General Lilith Sorrengail

Also known as Commandant Sorrengail

Major
First seen · Book 1

General Lilith Sorrengail is a major character in The Empyrean, first appearing in Fourth Wing (Book 1).

Gender: female
First appears: Book 1
Books: 1

Description

A tall, strong, powerfully muscular woman with short golden-brown hair in a combat style. She wears a fitted black military uniform, polished black boots, and, on formal occasions, a high-necked, long-sleeved dress uniform with a black sash bearing medals. Her narrowed, appraising gaze and controlled, chilling smile contribute to her commanding presence.

Connections

Friends & mentorsRivals

Violet SorrengailProfessional
Lilith is also Violet’s commanding general, and their military roles intensify their strained personal dynamic. Violet’s squad breaks into Lilith’s office to steal an up-to-date military map.
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General Augustine Melgrenmilitary colleague
Lilith and Melgren are senior Navarrian military leaders. Mira says Melgren’s dragon marked the children of executed rebellion leaders, including the rebellion relics carried by cadets.
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King Taurimilitary subordinate
Lilith serves as a general under Navarre’s king and submits an official briefing to him about the rebellion and Melgren’s plan.
Xaden RiorsonEnemy
Xaden and Lilith have a history of conflict tied to the rebellion and Xaden’s loyalty. Xaden says he paid a price for that loyalty, while Lilith regards his company as questionable.