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Bellarion the Fortunate · Character

Messer Francesco Lonate

A captain and envoy serving Facino Cane.

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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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OBOttone BuonterzoAMAntonia Malate…FMFilippo Maria …BEBellarionFCFacino CaneMFMesser Francesco Lon…

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Historical and Minor Figures
  • Milanese Nobility and Rivals
  • Facino Cane's Captains
  • Protagonist

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  • Breaking point

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