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Lieutenant Alday

Military officer involved in the revolutionary activities.

minor

Also known as Alday

First appearance: XIII: Barking Dogs and Shouting Rebels

Lieutenant Alday shows up with force in XIII: Barking Dogs and Shouting Rebels. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Owner of the estancia; suspicious of Lamb initially, but becomes ecstatic upon learning of Santa Coloma's rebellion and prepares to join.
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In XIII: Barking Dogs and Shouting Rebels: Owner of the estancia; suspicious of Lamb initially, but becomes ecstatic upon learning of Santa Coloma's rebellion and prepares to join. Later, in XIV: Maids of Fancy: Maids…

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GSGeneral Santa …MOMonicaANAnitaDPDon Policarpo …MMMarcos MarcóLALieutenant Alday

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  • Military and supportive women
  • Key characters and antagonists
  • Vulnerable and cunning characters
  • Diverse supporting cast
  • Companions and minor figures

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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