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Mistigris

A sly, quick-witted young painter's apprentice whose mischief and mimicry turn every roadside inn and diligence ride into a stage for his tricks.

supporting

Also known as the ruthless Mistigris, the merciless Mistigris, Monsieur Mistigris

First appearance: A Start in Life

As a supporting figure in A Start in Life, Mistigris is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

A student traveling with Schinner, who interjects with humorous comments and references to boxing.
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Mistigris travels the Paris-to-l'Isle-Adam road in the orbit of his master, the painter Schinner, and becomes a fixture among the coach passengers who carry news, ambitions, and gossip between town and country. His…

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PIPierrotinGMGeorges MarestOHOscar HussonSCSchinnerJBJoseph BridauMIMistigris

Relationship types

  • Friendship
  • Rivalry
  • Other

Character groups

  • Passengers and Artists
  • Protagonist

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