Bellarion the Fortunate · Character
Messer Francesco Lonate
A captain and envoy serving Facino Cane.
minor
Also known as Lonate, Messer Lonate
First appearance: V: The Commune of Milan
Messer Francesco Lonate shows up with force in I: The Miracle of the Dogs. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A gentleman in the Duke's retinue, carrying a hooded falcon; suggests the event may be witchcraft and advises caution.
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In I: The Miracle of the Dogs: A gentleman in the Duke's retinue, carrying a hooded falcon; suggests the event may be witchcraft and advises caution. Later, in II: Facino Cane: Mentioned as holding the Duke's stirrup…
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- Other
Character groups
- Historical and Minor Figures
- Milanese Nobility and Rivals
- Facino Cane's Captains
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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