The Kalevala · Character
Kalervo
Father of Kullervo, killed in a feud with his brother Untamoinen.
minor
Also known as old Kalervo
First appearance: Rune XXXI: Kullerwoinen Son of Evil
Kalervo shows up with force in Rune XXXI: Kullerwoinen Son of Evil. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Kullervo's father, whose tribe is slaughtered by Untamoinen.
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In Rune XXXI: Kullerwoinen Son of Evil: Kullervo's father, whose tribe is slaughtered by Untamoinen. Later, in Rune XXXIV: Kullervo Finds His Tribe-Folk: Kullervo's father, revealed to be still alive in Northland,…
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- Other
Character groups
- Minor deities, spirits, and supporting figures
- Major heroes and antagonists
- Protagonist
- Forest deities and spirits
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Ilmarinen’s decision to forge a bride from gold and silver marks the story’s dramatic climax because it repres…
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Kalervo appears across 3 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- Rune XXXI: Kullerwoinen Son of Evil
- Rune XXXIV: Kullervo Finds His Tribe-Folk
- Rune XXXV: Kullervo's Evil Deeds
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