Short Fiction · Character
Richard
A young man of good intentions and uncertain footing, Richard must grow into the responsibilities that others assume he already carries.
supporting
Also known as Master Richard, young Richard
First appearance: a double story
As a supporting figure in Short Fiction, Richard is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The protagonist, a poor widow's son who is shy and awkward, ventures out to buy an umbrella for his mother and encounters magical events.
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Richard stands at the beginning of adult life in the story's social world, expected to prove himself while still unsure what proving would mean. His central struggle is between the person he wants to be and the easier…
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See Richard in a double storyCharacter Web
20 connectionsA slice of how Richard sits in the book — open the reader for the full interactive map.
Relationship types
- Friendship
- Other
Character groups
- Domestic and hardship characters
- Central narrative characters
- Dempster family members
- Protagonist
- Supporting and ensemble characters
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it represents the psychological peak where Photogen confronts the…
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- Ally
friendship · positive
Ally and Richard are close companions, likely sharing adventures or mutual support. How this plays out →
- Ally
friendship · positive
Ally and Richard are close companions, likely sharing adventures or mutual support. How this plays out →
- Ally
friendship · positive
Ally and Richard are close companions, likely sharing adventures or mutual support. How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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See Richard in a double storyIn the story
Richard appears across 2 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
Chapter companion notes
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