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Rob Roy

A troublesome but beloved hunter horse.

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Also known as Rob, that wretched Rob Roy, darling Rob Roy

First appearance: i

Rob Roy shows up with force in Early Days. The page is where that presence becomes real.

George's first pony, described as a 'perfect picture of a miniature hunter' and much beloved.
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Rob Roy first appears in 0025 i.

In Early Days: George's first pony, described as a 'perfect picture of a miniature hunter' and much beloved.

Later, in III: The narrator's first pony, described as nimble and courageous, who bolts home during the solo ride.

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MWMr. WhatmanGSGeorge SherstonMSMr. StarJBJack BarchardLDLord DumboroughRRRob Roy

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Critical and troublesome figures
  • Extended community and war associates
  • Protagonist
  • Hunt staff and locals
  • Hunt leadership and family

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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