Shepherds of the Wild · Character
The Old Colonel
A human character, possibly an authority figure or elder.
minor
Also known as the Colonel, Colonel
First appearance: x
The Old Colonel's tie to Hugh Gaylord is one of the pressures that moves Shepherds of the Wild—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
The Old Colonel prescribes a rugged hunting trip to Idaho as a cure for Hugh's lack of discipline and self-reliance.
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With Hugh Gaylord (professional): Hugh and The Old Colonel have a mentor-like professional relationship, with the Colonel providing wisdom and authority. With Hugh Gaylord (professional): Hugh and The Old Colonel have a…
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Relationship types
- Professional
- Other
Character groups
- Wildlife and Minor Humans
- Protagonist
- Human and Animal Antagonists
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak where the girl fu…
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- Hugh Gaylord
professional · positive
Hugh and The Old Colonel have a mentor-like professional relationship, with the Colonel… How this plays out →
- Hugh Gaylord
professional · positive
Hugh and The Old Colonel have a mentor-like professional relationship, with the Colonel… How this plays out →
- Hugh Gaylord
professional · positive
Hugh and The Old Colonel have a mentor-like professional relationship, with the Colonel… How this plays out →
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The Old Colonel appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
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