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Nicanor

Roman traitor who provides intelligence to the Volscians.

minor

Also known as Volsce Nicanor

First appearance: Scene III

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ADAdrianSVSicinius VelutusCMCaius Marcius …TATullus AufidiusNINicanor

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  • Other

Character groups

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

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