The Maid of Sker · Character
Dyo
A grizzled fisherman of the Sker coast, Davy's old comrade, who loves a keg of rum but keeps his honesty and sobriety within bounds.
supporting
Also known as dear Dyo, honest Dyo, old Dyo
First appearance: the maid of sker
As a supporting figure in The Maid of Sker, Dyo is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Dyo is addressed by Stew in the opening lines, questioned about the origin of his boat.
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Dyo is the steady friend Evan Llewellyn calls on when thieves from Kenfig threaten the shore, trusted to fetch the loaded gun from the clock-case and rally the boys. He loves a keg of rum, as his master teases him, yet…
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- Other
Character groups
- Minor local associates
- Main characters and allies
- Protagonist
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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