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The Captain

An unnamed captain commanding a vessel in the narrator's stories.

minor

Also known as the captain, the Captain

First appearance: a personal record

The Captain shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Implied as the officer in charge of the James Westoll, though not directly named.
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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

SetupBreaking pointAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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