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Monsieur Julian

A father figure in The Street of the Four Winds.

minor

Also known as papa Julian, Julian, Jules

First appearance: the street of the four winds

Monsieur Julian shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Walks into the studio, smiles, and leaves; later returns as 'Jules' to calm the chaos.
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Monsieur Julian first appears in 0029 the street of the four winds.

In IV: Walks into the studio, smiles, and leaves; later returns as 'Jules' to calm the chaos.

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TGthe girlRORichard Osborn…CLCliffordMBMonsieur Bougu…HAHastingsMJMonsieur Julian

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Diverse supporting cast
  • Parisian artists and models
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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