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Henry VI, Part I · Character

Sir John Fastolfe

English knight accused of cowardice for fleeing battle.

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Also known as Sir John Fastolfe, John Fastolfe

First appearance: Scene I

Sir John Fastolfe shows up with force in Scene I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Accused of cowardice for fleeing during Talbot's battle, leading to English defeat.
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In Scene I: Accused of cowardice for fleeing during Talbot's battle, leading to English defeat. Later, in Scene IV: Mentioned by Talbot…

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.

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

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