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Dan Judson

An American miner and ally in the Gran Seco.

minor

Also known as Daniel Judson, Judson, Mr. Judson

First appearance: i

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

One of the Gobernador's bodyguards; he and his colleagues are subdued by Hamilton and the crew.
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Dan Judson first appears in 0007 i.

In XI: One of the Gobernador's bodyguards; he and his colleagues are subdued by Hamilton and the crew.

Later, in V: Short, thick, with rabbit teeth and broken nose; returns to Olifa.

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SRSeñor RomanesLDLuis de Marzan…TLTim LariartyMAMageeGLGeneral LossbergDJDan Judson

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

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