The Great Roxhythe · Character
Lord Essex
A nobleman involved in the political machinations of the era.
minor
Also known as Essex
First appearance: ii the king his councillors
Lord Essex shows up with force in III: Agitations. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Joins Shaftesbury; reveals Roxhythe's divided loyalties.
Lord Essex first appears in 0005 ii the king his councillors.
In III: Agitations: Joins Shaftesbury; reveals Roxhythe's divided loyalties.
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- Other
Character groups
- Rebellion Nobility
- Court and Conspirators
- Whig Conspirators
- Extended Cast of Intrigue
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- Closing
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