Doctor Syn · Character
Jack Ketch
A historical hangman, referenced as a figure of execution.
minor
Also known as Jack Ketch—to old Jack Ketch, Jack
First appearance: i dymchurch under the wall
Jack Ketch shows up with force in The Scarecrow's Legion. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Jerry's alias within the legion, used by Beelzebub and the Scarecrow.
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