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Litter-bearers

dutiful careful obedient reliable
The Litter-bearers consist of a pair of unnamed 19th-century laborers who transport the injured on litters during emergencies. They follow precise instructions from figures like Samuel Clemens, handling passengers with steady care to avoid discomfort. Reliable and unobtrusive, they provide essential physical support in tense historical settings, prioritizing duty over recognition.
2 appearances
19th-Century Emergency Transport
Also known as: boys

Litter-bearers's Journey

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2 moments
S6E1 · Time's Arrow, Part II
Clemens abandons watch for timeline

Neutral and focused on their task, showing no emotional reaction beyond their duty.

The litter-bearers carry Guinan out of the cavern under Clemens’ supervision. They handle her with steady care, following his instructions to avoid jostling her.

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S6E1 · Time's Arrow, Part II
Clemens abandons his watch for history

Neutral and focused, prioritizing their task without emotional investment in the broader stakes of the mission.

The litter-bearers carry Guinan out of the cavern on a stretcher, following Clemens’ instructions to handle her gently. They are unobtrusive but essential, providing the physical support needed to transport …

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Season 6 · asteroid

The Litter-bearers consist of a pair of unnamed 19th-century laborers who transport the injured on litters during emergencies. They follow precise instructions from figures like Samuel Clemens, handling passengers with steady care to avoid discomfort. Reliable and unobtrusive, they provide essential physical support in tense historical settings, prioritizing duty over recognition.