A Gentleman of Leisure · Character
Hildebrand Spencer Poyns de Burgh
A young man with a long name, involved in the social circle.
minor
Also known as Hildebrand Spencer, Spencer
First appearance: a gentleman of leisure
Hildebrand Spencer Poyns de Burgh shows up with force in At Dreever. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The twelfth Earl of Dreever, mentioned as the nominal ruler of the castle but actually controlled by his aunt and uncle.
Hildebrand Spencer Poyns de Burgh first appears in 0001 a gentleman of leisure.
In At Dreever: The twelfth Earl of Dreever, mentioned as the nominal ruler of the castle but actually controlled by his aunt and uncle.
Later, in XXVI: Stirring Times for Sir Thomas: Hidden behind a curtain, the Earl of Dreever observes the confrontation, his presence hinted by the quivering curtain.
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- Main social circle
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