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Hilaire

A character with a limited but defined presence.

minor

First appearance: the malay krise

Hilaire shows up with force in The End of the Story. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The abbot of the monastery who warns Christophe of the dangers of the manuscript and forbids him from asking further questions.
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  • Diverse minor and legendary characters

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