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Aegidius Aucupis

A character from the medieval period, possibly a merchant.

minor

Also known as Mother Rouquin Aegidius Aucupis, Rouquin, Mother Rouquin

First appearance: I: Mother Rouquin

Aegidius Aucupis shows up with force in Signs in the Moon. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Latin name of Giles Birdcatcher, used in the chapter to refer to the same learned monk.
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In Signs in the Moon: The Latin name of Giles Birdcatcher, used in the chapter to refer to the same learned monk. Later, in I: Mother Rouquin: Mentioned as the Erasmus of the Penguins, whose age of free inquiry led to…

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Character Web

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UNUnknown NarratorVUVulcanmouldQGQueen GlamorganGBGiles Birdcatc…GGGeneral GreataukAAAegidius Aucupis

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Medieval Royalty and Nobility
  • Protagonist
  • Political and Military Antagonists
  • Religious and Allegorical Figures
  • Founding and Medieval Figures

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Aegidius Aucupis in I: Mother Rouquin
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