 However, as he also displays a cowardly streak, in any danger he is quick to transfer command back to Mainwaring and withdraw.In several episodes, Hodges refers to having "funny turns", such as "Put that Light Out", which hints that he may suffer from a neurological condition.In some episodes, Hodges, and his co-conspirator, the verger, try to sabotage the platoon's efforts, sometimes at the command of Captain Square.