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Death Comes for the Archbishop · Character

Zeb Orchard

An American trader who helps the priests on their journeys.

minor

Also known as Orchard

First appearance: ii the lonely road to mora

Zeb Orchard shows up with force in Book IV: Snake Root. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as a trader who knows the Pecos Indians well, having grown up near them.
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Zeb Orchard first appears in 0010 ii the lonely road to mora.

In Book IV: Snake Root: Mentioned as a trader who knows the Pecos Indians well, having grown up near them.

Later, in Stone Lips: Trader and recluse who discusses Pecos customs and the undying fire with Latour.

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MCManuel ChavezMOMadame OlivaresFJFather Joseph …KCKit CarsonBJBishop Jean Ma…ZOZeb Orchard

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  • Minor figures and historical references
  • Wealthy Spanish society
  • Protagonist
  • Central clergy and allies

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  • Breaking point

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See Zeb Orchard in ii the lonely road to mora
See Zeb Orchard in Book IV: Snake Root