The Breaking of the Storm · Character
Grollmann
An old family retainer or friend, gruff but loyal.
minor
Also known as Old Grollmann, Dear Grollmann, old Grollmann
First appearance: i
Grollmann shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The old servant who reluctantly announces Philip's visit, treating the card like 'red-hot iron.'
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In II: The old servant who reluctantly announces Philip's visit, treating the card like 'red-hot iron.' Later, in XI: Grollmann is torn…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Main family and social circle
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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