Captain Jinks, Hero · Character
General Laughter
A general with a humorous name, possibly a comic figure.
minor
Also known as Laughter
First appearance: xv politics
General Laughter shows up with force in VII: The Battle of San Diego. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Overweight general fanning himself at headquarters; assigns Sam to his staff.
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In VII: The Battle of San Diego: Overweight general fanning himself at headquarters; assigns Sam to his staff. Later, in On Duty at Havilla: Compliments Sam, mentions him in despatches, and accepts presents from the…
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See General Laughter in xv politicsNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
This chapter marks the dramatic climax because Sam’s physical collapse—unable to walk and put to bed under a d…
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See General Laughter in xv politics