Old Man's War · Character
Arturo Lavagna
- Minor
- First seen · Book 7 · Ch. 11
Arturo Lavagna is a minor character in Old Man's War (Book 7).
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 7 · Ch. 11
- Books
- 1
Arturo Lavagna emerges in the Old Man's War universe as a human physicist specializing in skip drive technology, first introduced during the critical period of interstellar exploration and conflict in The Shattering Peace. His expertise positions him as a key technical voice in the examination of skip drive satellites, bridging the gap between theoretical physics and practical interstellar travel. While his role is primarily supporting, his contributions to the scientific discourse surrounding skip drive technology mark him as an important figure in humanity's expanding understanding of faster-than-light travel.
Description
Arturo Lavagna is a human male physicist of average build with short dark hair and a clean-shaven face. He wears professional attire consisting of a buttoned dress shirt and slacks. His demeanor is focused and professional, often seen gesturing during technical discussions or examining equipment.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals

Gretchen Trujillocolleague
Arturo Lavagna's professional relationship with Gretchen Trujillo centers on their shared work as skip drive physicists on Unity Colony, where they collaborate on the technical and theoretical aspects of interstellar travel technology.
Story so far
BOOK 7The Shattering Peace
- Participates in high-level scientific meetings examining skip drive satellite technology
- Provides expert analysis on the physics underlying interstellar skip drive travel
- Collaborates with Unity Colony researchers on skip drive applications
- Contributes technical insights during discussions of skip drive limitations and potential
Key events
Appearances
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