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Captain Crail

A ship captain who transports the Master and others during the story.

minor

Also known as Crail

First appearance: iii the master s wanderings

Captain Crail shows up with force in IV: Persecutions Endured by Mr. Henry. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Refuses the Master's request to trepan Jessie Broun, showing uncommon vehemence.
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  • Minor Characters & Acquaintances
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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