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Setebos

A mythological figure, referenced as a symbol of raw nature.

minor

First appearance: i he sits out a dance

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JHJasper HardressUNUnknown NarratorSMStella MusgraveABAvis BeechinorMIMiloSESetebos

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Central romantic triangle
  • Rival and witty observers
  • Protagonist

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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

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