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Uncle Ben

An older relative with a minor role.

minor

Also known as Ben

First appearance: the hounds of tindalos

Uncle Ben shows up with force in The Calm Man. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Sally's uncle, who teases her about her looks and her prospects of finding a man.
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  • Other

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  • Extended ensemble and cameos
  • Protagonist
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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