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The Two Noble Kinsmen · Character

Creon

The tyrant king of Thebes, mentioned but does not appear on stage.

minor

Also known as cruel Creon

First appearance: act i scene ii

See Creon in act i scene iiBook page

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EMEmiliaTHTheseusPAPalamonARArciteHIHippolytaCRCreon

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  • Other

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  • Supporting and Theban Figures
  • Courtly and Romantic Figures
  • Protagonist

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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