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Richard Parker

Sailor from the Grampus who met a grim fate.

minor

Also known as Parker

First appearance: v edgar poe s romance

Richard Parker first appears in 0004 v edgar poe s romance.

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DPDirk PetersAGArthur Gordon …NHNed HoltMHMartin HoltMJMr. JeorlingRPRichard Parker

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  • Poe's original characters
  • Protagonist
  • Halbrane crew and allies

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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