Short Fiction · Character
Raud the Keeper
An aging soldier who once commanded men and now commands only a quiet lawn, until a voice without a body begins speaking inside his mind.
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Also known as Raud, Keeper
First appearance: The Keeper
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The protagonist, an old man who lives alone with his dogs and guards the Crown.
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With Vahr Farg (professional): Raud the Keeper and Vahr Farg are allies in a mystical or custodial capacity, guarding ancient secrets together. With Salvadro (professional): Raud the Keeper and Salvadro work together as…
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- Professional
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Character groups
- Alien Artifact Guardians
- Time Travel Agents
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Vahr Farg
professional · positive
Raud the Keeper and Vahr Farg are allies in a mystical or custodial capacity, guarding… How this plays out →
- Salvadro
professional · positive
- Salvadro
professional · positive
- Vahr Farg
professional · positive
Raud the Keeper and Vahr Farg are allies in a mystical or custodial capacity, guarding… How this plays out →
- Vahr Farg
professional · positive
Raud the Keeper and Vahr Farg are allies in a mystical or custodial capacity, guarding… How this plays out →
- Salvadro
professional · positive
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