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The Pit-Prop Syndicate · Character

Morton

A mysterious man who spies on the protagonists.

minor

First appearance: iii the start of the cruise

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IWInspector WillisCHClaud HilliardMEMerrimanCBCaptain BeamishMBMr. BullaMOMorton

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Syndicate members and associates
  • Protagonist

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SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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