Noel Feddis

Noel Feddis is a character appearing in the fictional world of Discworld, a comedic fantasy series written by Terry Pratchett. Feddis is a senior clerk in the Ankh-Morpork Assassins' Guild. He is primarily known for his extreme dedication to paperwork and bureaucratic processes, even in situations where expediency would be more appropriate. He is often described as being almost robotic in his adherence to procedure.

Feddis is not a particularly skilled assassin himself, nor does he engage in much direct action. His value to the Guild lies in his organizational skills and his meticulous record-keeping. He possesses an encyclopedic knowledge of Guild regulations and is often consulted on matters of protocol.

While not portrayed as malicious, Feddis's rigidity and inability to adapt can sometimes cause frustration amongst his colleagues. He embodies the often-humorous depiction of bureaucratic excess that is a recurring theme in Pratchett's work. He serves as a comedic counterpoint to the more action-oriented members of the Assassins' Guild, highlighting the absurdity of applying strict rules to a profession built on murder. His dedication to rules and forms is consistently presented as a source of humor and often undermines the potentially serious nature of his profession.