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Saad

A named character, possibly from an Eastern tale.

minor

First appearance: Abu Midjan

Saad shows up with force in Abu Midjan. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Abu Midjan's chief who imprisons him for drinking but later forgives him after recognizing his valor in battle.
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  • Diverse Allegorical and Named Characters
  • Religious and Mythological Figures
  • Protagonist

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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