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Lord Ross

Nobleman who joins Bolingbroke's rebellion against Richard.

minor

Also known as Ross, the Lords of Ross, Ross The Earl of Wiltshire, Willoughby Ross

First appearance: Scene I

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Criticizes Richard's taxes and joins Northumberland's conspiracy.
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In Scene I: Criticizes Richard's taxes and joins Northumberland's conspiracy. Later, in Scene III: Arrives with Willoughby to join…

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DODuke of AumerleEOEarl of BerkeleyKRKing Richard IIHPHenry PercyQIQueen IsabelLRLord Ross

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Prophet and Mourners
  • Loyalists and Exiles
  • Protagonist
  • Family and Captors

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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