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Friar John

A friar sent to deliver Friar Laurence's message to Romeo, but fails.

minor

Also known as John, Friar John Brother

First appearance: Scene II

Friar John shows up with force in Scene II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Returns the undelivered letter to Friar Laurence, explaining he was quarantined due to pestilence.
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RORomeoFLFriar LaurenceJUJulietTYTybaltMEMercutioFJFriar John

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