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Erb

A German student at Heidelberg, known for his drinking.

minor

First appearance: xiv

See Erb in xivBook page

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HCHerbert CarterMFMr. FlanaganMCMrs. CareyPCPhilip CareyERErb

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Heidelberg Drinking Companions
  • Paris Art Students
  • Philip's Romantic and Professional Circles
  • Protagonist

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Erb in xiv