Chivalry · Character
King Richard
King Richard II, a historical figure appearing in the story.
minor
Also known as Richard, the second monarch of that name
First appearance: i the story of the sestina
King Richard shows up with force in VI: The Story of the Satraps. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The second monarch of that name, he succeeded as an infant and now chafes against his uncles' guardianship, planning to assert his rule.
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In VI: The Story of the Satraps: The second monarch of that name, he succeeded as an infant and now chafes against his uncles' guardianship, planning to assert his rule. Later, in VII: The Story of the Heritage:…
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Character groups
- Extensive Historical Cast
- Central Chivalric Figures
- Secondary Noble Court
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak of Jehane and Ant…
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