The Charles Lyell debuts in Leviathan Wakes as a slow-moving, unarmed UN Earth science vessel dedicated to asteroid mapping, escorted by an older Phantom-class corvette for protection in the vast expanse of space. Though only appearing in the first book of The Expanse series, it exemplifies the UN's commitment to scientific exploration amid rising tensions between Earth, Mars, and the Belt. Its presence underscores the series' early portrayal of interplanetary rivalries, with no further evolution or mentions in subsequent books.

Evolution

Leviathan Wakes

Slow-moving unarmed UN Earth science vessel used for asteroid mapping. Accompanied by an older Phantom-class corvette escort.

Book Appearances

Leviathan Wakes

First appears Ch 46

Captain's Research Safe

Dead Man's Switch

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