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Geffrey

John's deceased elder brother, father of Arthur.

minor

Also known as Geffrey

First appearance: act i scene i

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  • Other

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  • Claimants and conspirators
  • Protagonist
  • John's opposition and allies

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

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See Geffrey in act i scene i