Bellarion the Fortunate · Character

Ugolino da Tenda

A condottiero and captain, a rival to Carmagnola.

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Also known as da Tenda, Tenda, Captain Ugolino

Ugolino da Tenda shows up with force in VIII: Carmagnola's Bridges. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Supports Carmagnola's faction, commanding a thousand horse.

Ugolino da Tenda first appears in 0042 viii carmagnola s bridges.

In VIII: Carmagnola's Bridges: Supports Carmagnola's faction, commanding a thousand horse.

Later, in X: The Arrest: Angrily warns Bellarion, part of the accusing group.

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VIII: Carmagnola's Bridges
Supports Carmagnola's faction, commanding a thousand horse.
X: The Arrest
Angrily warns Bellarion, part of the accusing group.
XI: The Pledge
Supports the execution and urges haste to pacify the men.
XII: Carmagnola's Duty
Defects from Carmagnola's army after questioning his competence.
XIV: The Vanquished
Leads a condotta from Balzola, striking Theodore's rear at the critical moment, causing the collapse of Theodore's formation; later escorts Theodore to custody.

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