Moonfleet · Character
Blackbeard
The legendary Colonel John Mohune, called Blackbeard, whose ghost, buried treasure, and unfinished penance haunt Moonfleet's vaults and every fortune-hunter who enters them.
supporting
Also known as Father Blackbeard, this Colonel John Mohune, whom we call Blackbeard
First appearance: iii a discovery
As a supporting figure in Moonfleet, Blackbeard is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
His coffin and beard are discovered; the smugglers toast him as 'Father Blackbeard.'
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In In the Vault: His coffin and beard are discovered; the smugglers toast him as 'Father Blackbeard.' Later, in XI: The Sea-Cave: His…
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Relationship types
- Rivalry
- Other
Character groups
- Core Characters
- Protagonist
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
In this excerpt, the emotional and psychological peak occurs when John reflects on his transformation from boy…
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- Elzevir Block
rivalry · negative
Blackbeard is a ruthless pirate captain who opposes Elzevir in the smuggling underworld. How this plays out →
- Reverend Mr. Glennie
rivalry · negative
- John Trenchard
rivalry · negative
- Elzevir Block
rivalry · negative
Blackbeard is a ruthless pirate captain who opposes Elzevir in the smuggling underworld. How this plays out →
- Reverend Mr. Glennie
rivalry · negative
- Elzevir Block
rivalry · negative
Blackbeard is a ruthless pirate captain who opposes Elzevir in the smuggling underworld. How this plays out →
- John Trenchard
rivalry · negative
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Blackbeard appears across 3 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
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