The Cream of the Jest · Character
Pontius Pilate
The Roman governor, appearing in a vision of historical events.
minor
Also known as Pilate
First appearance: xvi they come to a high place
Pontius Pilate shows up with force in XXI: In Pursuit of a Whisper. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Kennaston and Ettarre visit Pilate in Jerusalem after a day of darkness and earthquake; Pilate explains eclipses to his son.
Pontius Pilate first appears in 0020 xvi they come to a high place.
In XXI: In Pursuit of a Whisper: Kennaston and Ettarre visit Pilate in Jerusalem after a day of darkness and earthquake; Pilate explains eclipses to his son.
Later, in XXIII: Economic Considerations of Piety: Mentioned as the one who crucified Christ, enabling his deification.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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