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Raymond Bérenger

A neighboring king whose grievances and alliances thread through Manuel's rise, standing for the ordinary politics that persist beneath all sorcery.

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Also known as Raymond, King Raymond, King Raymond Bérenger

First appearance: xxv affairs in poictesme

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Raymond Bérenger, King of Arles and Count of Provence, is convinced by Alianora to burn the robe, agreeing that a husband would not want his wife flying about.

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Raymond Bérenger belongs to the world of kings and quarrels that Manuel must navigate as he makes his figure among men. His name surfaces in the disputes and grievances that shape Manuel's campaigns, and his friendship or enmity marks the shifting ground of alliances. Against the uncanny business of Suskind and the Léshy, Raymond represents the stubbornly human order of thrones and grievances that Manuel both serves and outgrows.

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Royal Allies and Courtiers
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Manuel's Wives and Family
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.

Setup
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Aftermath
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The Feather of Love
Raymond Bérenger, King of Arles and Count of Provence, is convinced by Alianora to burn the robe, agreeing that a husband would not want his wife flying about.
Ice and Iron
King Raymond agrees to send a daughter to marry the King of England, and after a conversation with Alianora, he allows her to take the role, noting her love for Manuel.
XIX: The Head of Misery
Mentioned as the king whose court Manuel last visited and whose poisoning he prevented.
XXVII: They Come to Sargyll
Sends messengers to discuss alliances with Manuel.
XXIX: Sesphra of the Dreams
Raymond Bérenger is mentioned as a prince to whom Manuel writes a droll letter.

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