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The Case of Charles Dexter Ward · Character

Luke Fenner

A local man who witnessed strange events at Curwen's farm.

minor

Also known as Fenner, Luke, the Fenner

First appearance: II: An Antecedent and a Horror

Luke Fenner shows up with force in II: An Antecedent and a Horror. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Correspondent who described the terrifying events at the Curwen farm, including strange lights, screams, and a red fog.
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JCJoseph CurwenCDCharles Dexter…DMDr. Marinus Bi…JMJohn MerrittESEleazar SmithLFLuke Fenner

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  • Investigators and Victims
  • Protagonist
  • Associates, Family, and Background Figures
  • Historical Witnesses and Informants

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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