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The Bo'sun

A boatswain in 'The Camp of the Dog'.

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First appearance: The Camp of the Dog

The Bo'sun shows up with force in The Camp of the Dog. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as snoring loudly in his tent, oblivious to the night's events.
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In The Camp of the Dog: Mentioned as snoring loudly in his tent, oblivious to the night's events. Later, in IV: Mentioned as running down…

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

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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