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U-Kal

A warrior from Manataj who participates in the games.

minor

Also known as U - Kal, Manataj, U - Kal of Manataj

First appearance: A Play to the Death

U-Kal shows up with force in A Play to the Death. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Black Chief of Manataj; a volunteer player on the Black side.
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O-O-TarTUTuranTOTara of HeliumGOGahan of GatholU-U-DorU-U-Kal

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Mentioned royalty and supporting characters
  • Manatorian allies and Gatholians
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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