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Kharn

A named character with limited presence.

minor

First appearance: the secret of kralitz

Kharn shows up with force in VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A Zarno who recognizes Garth from a previous visit eight ystods ago; leads the capture of the party.
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EGEd GarthTZThe ZarnoSASampsonTIThe IndiosPTPaula TrentKHKharn

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  • Expanded Cast of Named Characters
  • Protagonist
  • Authority Figures and Aliens
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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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