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Defiance

A ship or entity in the story.

minor

Also known as the Defiance

First appearance: riya s foundling

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DGDave GreavesTVThe VeldTSThe ShadowsDEDefiance

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  • Variants and minor characters
  • Minor entities and participants
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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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