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Malagigi

A Christian enchanter, cousin of Rinaldo.

minor

Also known as Sage Malagigi, Sir Malagigi

First appearance: canto i

Malagigi shows up with force in Canto XXV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Imprisoned and to be rescued by Aldigier, Rogero, and Richardetto.
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In Canto XXV: Imprisoned and to be rescued by Aldigier, Rogero, and Richardetto. Later, in Canto XXVII: His ill-advised plan leads to the…

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RIRinaldoRORogeroMAMandricardoGUGuidoANAngelicaMAMalagigi

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Allies and Antagonists of Orlando
  • Primary Christian and Saracen Knights
  • Protagonist
  • Knights and Monsters

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

SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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