Figures of Earth · Character
The Holy Father
The Pope, who is mentioned in the narrative.
minor
Also known as Father
First appearance: xxv affairs in poictesme
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With Dom Manuel (professional): The Pope, who grants Manuel religious legitimacy and political authority, a relationship of formal ecclesiastical power. With Dom Manuel (professional): The Pope, who grants Manuel…
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Relationship types
- Professional
- Other
Character groups
- Magicians and Authority Figures
- Manuel's Wives and Family
- Mythical Beings and Minor Characters
- Protagonist
- Royal Allies and Courtiers
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Dom Manuel
professional · positive
The Pope, who grants Manuel religious legitimacy and political authority, a relationship… How this plays out →
- Dom Manuel
professional · positive
The Pope, who grants Manuel religious legitimacy and political authority, a relationship… How this plays out →
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