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Isaac Hutchings

An old fisherman and friend of Davy.

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Also known as old Ike, Ike, Ikey

First appearance: the maid of sker

Isaac Hutchings shows up with force in XXVI: Braunton Burrows. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Old Ike is the mate, who tells Davy superstitious tales about Braunton Burrows and later provides local knowledge.
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Isaac Hutchings first appears in 0001 the maid of sker.

In XXVI: Braunton Burrows: Old Ike is the mate, who tells Davy superstitious tales about Braunton Burrows and later provides local knowledge.

Later, in A Fine Spectacle: Accompanies Davy to the fair and identifies the two parsons.

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CRCaptain Rodney…PCParson ChownePCPolly Cockhant…CJCannibal JackDLDavy LlewellynIHIsaac Hutchings

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  • Animal companions and acquaintances
  • Main characters and allies
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