The Black Arrow · Character

Lord Foxham

A wounded Lancastrian baron who, dying aboard a storm-tossed ship, entrusts his men, his ring, and his ward Joanna to the young Shelton.

supporting

Also known as Foxham, the Lord Foxham

First appearance: Book III: My Lord Foxham

As a supporting figure in The Black Arrow, Lord Foxham is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Mentioned as Joanna's former guardian who also sought to control her marriage, creating conflict with Sir Daniel.

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Lord Foxham is a nobleman of the old style, rich, proud, and accustomed to comfort, who finds himself bleeding in a foul ship among churls and broken men. Facing death, he worries less for his soul than for his secular…

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Sir Daniel's Opponents & Allies
Minor Characters & Victims
Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Lord Foxham is a noble ally who supports Dick and later becomes his father-in-law. How this plays out →
Dick Shelton
professional · positive
Lord Foxham is a noble ally who supports Dick and later becomes his father-in-law. How this plays out →
Dick Shelton
professional · positive
Lord Foxham is a noble ally who supports Dick and later becomes his father-in-law. How this plays out →

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Lord Foxham appears across 9 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Passage
Mentioned as Joanna's former guardian who also sought to control her marriage, creating conflict with Sir Daniel.
Book III: My Lord Foxham
A nobleman who becomes an ally to Dick Shelton.
St. Bride's Cross
Dick's prisoner; impressed by Dick's conduct, agrees to help rescue Joanna and promises her hand in marriage.
The 'Good Hope'
Allies with Dick to rescue Joanna; leads followers in the seizure of the ship.
V: The “Good Hope” (Continued)
Wounded by an arrow during the shore skirmish and carried back aboard.
VI: The “Good Hope” (Concluded)
Lies wounded in the ship, entrusts Dick with military intelligence and a letter about Joanna, and expresses concern for his legacy.
The Shrill Trumpet
Lord Foxham is mentioned as having five hundred men at Holywood and his signet is used by Dick.
VII: Dick’s Revenge
Mentioned as Dick's faithful patron and provider of baggage for his wedding.
Conclusion
Leads his ward Joanna to the church and arranges the wedding.

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