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Vivian

A Christian knight.

minor

Also known as Sir Vivian

First appearance: canto i

Vivian 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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Vivian first appears in 0003 canto i.

In Canto XXV: Imprisoned and to be rescued by Aldigier, Rogero, and Richardetto.

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21 connections

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RORogeroMAMandricardoRIRinaldoMAMalagigiRORodomontVIVivian

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Bradamant's Messengers and Kin
  • Protagonist
  • Primary Christian and Saracen Knights
  • Allies and Antagonists of Orlando

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

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak where Astolpho, usin…

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See Vivian in canto i
See Vivian in Canto XXV