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Arthur

One of K.'s two assistants assigned by the Castle.

minor

Also known as Arthur

First appearance: iv

Arthur shows up with force in XI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The other assistant; falls asleep over his food; laughs at his companion's vacant face.
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In XI: The other assistant; falls asleep over his food; laughs at his companion's vacant face. Later, in XII: Arthur is the other…

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  • Other

Character groups

  • K.'s associates and Castle officials
  • Protagonist
  • Amalia's family and officials

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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