The Faerie Queene · Character
Mercilla
A queen representing Mercy, who judges Duessa.
minor
Also known as Mercilla
First appearance: Canto IX
Mercilla shows up with force in Canto X: The House of Holinesse. The page is where that presence becomes real.
An ancient matrone who guides the Redcrosse Knight through the narrow way and to the hospital.
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In Canto X: The House of Holinesse: An ancient matrone who guides the Redcrosse Knight through the narrow way and to the hospital. Later, in Canto VIII: The queen served by Samient, whose mercy and justice are…
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See Mercilla in Canto IXNarrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.
- 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 Mercilla in Canto IX