The Faerie Queene · Character
Cymochles
A knight of intemperance and brother of Pyrochles.
minor
Also known as proud Cymochles
First appearance: canto i
Cymochles shows up with force in Book II: The Legend of Sir Guyon, or of Temperance. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Joins his brother Pyrochles in attacking Prince Arthur.
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In Book II: The Legend of Sir Guyon, or of Temperance: Joins his brother Pyrochles in attacking Prince Arthur. Later, in Canto V: Found…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Temperance and Holiness
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Artegall's pride…
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See Cymochles in canto i