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Edward II · Character

Gurney

Gurney opens the dungeon door only to throw meat and nearly choke on the stench, a keeper whose casual cruelty is matched by his fear of being the one left holding the knife.

supporting

Also known as Gurney

First appearance: edward ii

As a supporting figure in Edward II, Gurney is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

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YMYounger MortimerLBLord BerkeleyEOEarl of KentMAMatrevisEOEarl of PembrokeGUGurney

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Baronial and Execution Agents
  • Protagonist
  • Royal Faction and Rebels

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Edward’s fall from…

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