The Adventurous Simplicissimus · Character

Jump-i'-th'-field

A soldier known for his leaping ability, a minor character.

minor

Also known as Jump, Whereupon Jump

First appearance: xxi is somewhat shorter and more entertaining than the last

Jump-i'-th'-field shows up with force in II: How the Huntsman of Soest Did Rid Himself of the Huntsman of Wesel. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Huntsman's loyal servant, who helps in the ambush and wears a devil disguise to terrorize the impostor.

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Noble and Legendary Soldiers
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
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II: How the Huntsman of Soest Did Rid Himself of the Huntsman of Wesel
The Huntsman's loyal servant, who helps in the ambush and wears a devil disguise to terrorize the impostor.
V: How He Shall Reconcile All Religions and Cast Them in the Same Mould
Mocks Jupiter's vision with sarcastic remarks about fairy-tale abundance, nearly angering the god.
How the Huntsman Again Secured Honour and Booty
The fool who bellowed like an ox and neighed like a horse to lure the escort into the ambush, nearly bursting with laughter.
How He Found the Devil in the Trough, and How Jump-I’-Th’-Field Got Fine Horses
Accompanies Simplicissimus in the assault, captures horses and a servant, and shares the booty.
IX: Of an Unequal Combat in Which the Weakest Wins the Day and the Conqueror Is Captured
Simplicissimus's comrade; accompanies him to the inn, warns him against the duel, and is arrested alongside him.
XI: Contains All Manner of Matters of Little Import and Great Imagination
Previously obtained a horse from a Hessian captain, which Simplicissimus now decks out.
Of Simplicissimus’ Strange Fancies and Castles in the Air, and How He Guarded His Treasure
Warns Simplicissimus that his wealth will lead to misfortune and that he will never gain an ensigncy, speaking from honest experience.
XIV: How the Huntsman Was Captured by the Enemy
Mentioned as having warned Simplicissimus about envy and the need to change his ways.
XX: How It Doth Fare with a Man on Whom Evil Fortune Doth Rain Cats and Dogs
Referenced as the one who previously scratched Oliver's face while disguised as a devil.

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