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Bartek

A Dobrzynski clansman known as 'the Awl', participant in the foray.

minor

Also known as Cried Bartek of the Awl, The Awl

First appearance: book vii council

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FRFriar RobakTRThe RazorBUBuchmanGEGervasyTJThe JudgeBABartek

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