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Edward II · Character

Earl of Lancaster

A powerful earl whose loathing for Gaveston is immediate and absolute, Lancaster embodies the baronial fury that turns a court quarrel into armed revolt.

supporting

Also known as Lancaster, Earl of Lancaster

First appearance: edward ii

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YMYounger MortimerKEKing Edward IIPGPiers GavestonEOEarl of PembrokeQIQueen IsabellaEOEarl of Lancaster

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  • Other

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  • Royal Faction and Rebels
  • Protagonist

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

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