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Coriolanus · Character

Adrian

Volscian spy who meets with Nicanor to discuss Roman affairs.

minor

First appearance: Scene III

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SVSicinius VelutusCMCaius Marcius …NINicanorFSFirst ServingmanTATullus AufidiusADAdrian

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Secondary allies and spies
  • Roman political and military figures
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Coriolanus’s banish…

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