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Alexandria

The city itself, a central setting and character in the narrative.

minor

First appearance: iii the goths

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HYHypatiaPHPhilammonMIMiriamCYCyrilWUWulfALAlexandria

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Alexandria's Religious and Political Factions
  • Protagonist
  • Gothic Pagan and Christian Warriors

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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