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Henry VI, Part II · Character

Spirit

Demon raised by the conjurers to prophesy the fates of nobles.

minor

Also known as Spirit, The Duke, the Spirit, Exit Spirit

First appearance: act i scene iv

See Spirit in act i scene ivBook page

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KHKing Henry VIJCJack CadeRNRichard Nevill…WDWilliam de la …EDEleanor, Duche…SPSpirit

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  • Conspirators and rebels
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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

York’s aside reveals his barely contained fury and his strategic decision to dissemble, marking the emotional…

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See Spirit in act i scene iv