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John Atkins

A judge who presided over pirate trials.

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Also known as Mr. Atkins, Mr. John Atkins

First appearance: ix of captain bartho roberts and his crew

John Atkins first appears in 0013 ix of captain bartho roberts and his crew.

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ELEdward LowJSJames SkyrmAHAbraham HarperETEdward TeachJRJohn RackamJAJohn Atkins

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Character groups

  • Pirates, Captains, and Officials
  • Protagonist
  • Pirate Captains and Hunters

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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