Pelle the Conqueror · Character
Merry Jacob
A jovial but dishonest man who causes trouble.
minor
Also known as Jacob, Thieving Jacob, Jacob Kristian
First appearance: xix
Merry Jacob shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as an old comrade whose opinion Pelle reflects on; he lives in the 'Ark' and still believes in Pelle despite being maimed.
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In I: Mentioned as an old comrade whose opinion Pelle reflects on; he lives in the 'Ark' and still believes in Pelle despite being…
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- Later life associates and minor characters
- Pelle's family and early influences
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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