Poetry · Character
King Martin
A king figure, possibly from a fable or allegory.
minor
Also known as Martin, The vain King - fisher
First appearance: remarks about kings
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The vain king who prioritizes personal glory over ruling justly, leading to his downfall and transformation into a kingfisher.
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With the Master (rivalry): King Martin and the Master are locked in a competitive or antagonistic power struggle. With the Master (rivalry): King Martin and the Master are locked in a competitive or antagonistic power…
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Relationship types
- Rivalry
- Other
Character groups
- Historical and Allegorical Nobility
- Divine and Mythic Figures
- Protagonist
- Mythological and Personal Companions
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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rivalry · negative
King Martin and the Master are locked in a competitive or antagonistic power struggle. How this plays out →
- the Master
rivalry · negative
King Martin and the Master are locked in a competitive or antagonistic power struggle. How this plays out →
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