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Fitz

Character in stories, often a friend or acquaintance.

minor

Also known as Fitz ast Nate, Nate, Nat

First appearance: my roomy

Fitz shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as Nate, Burke's manager, who postpones the Britton match.

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In I: Mentioned as Nate, Burke's manager, who postpones the Britton match. Later, in III: Promoter who observes Burke's lack of punching…

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I
Mentioned as Nate, Burke's manager, who postpones the Britton match.
III
Promoter who observes Burke's lack of punching power and suggests a romantic ploy to motivate him.
III
Burke's manager, frustrated by his refusal to punch hard, tries to steer him toward focusing on his career.
IV
Burke's manager, who worries about Burke's passive fighting style and tries to motivate him to be more aggressive, while also cautioning him about his behavior with women.
V
Nate, who is skeptical about the scheme and worries about breaking Burke's heart.
VI
Narrates the chapter, observing Burke's reaction to the letters and the scheme.
VI
Advises Jack on the letter-writing strategy, ensuring Burke remains confident without overdoing it.
VIII
Narrates the events, observing Burkey's actions and the scheme.
VIII
Manages Burkey, closes the Britton bout, and tries to control the situation.
I Can’t Breathe
Frank, a charming man at the inn who proposes to Ella and believes they are engaged.
The Venomous Viper of the Volga
Frankie Fitzgerald, known as Fitchburg's Fighting Fool, a heavyweight contender.

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