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Bireno

A faithless duke who abandons Olympia.

minor

Also known as False Bireno

First appearance: canto i

Bireno shows up with force in Canto IX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Olympia's beloved spouse, captured by King Cymosco and held prisoner; Olympia seeks to free him.
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In Canto IX: Olympia's beloved spouse, captured by King Cymosco and held prisoner; Olympia seeks to free him. Later, in Canto X: Betrays…

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Primary Christian and Saracen Knights

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  • Closing

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