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Timon of Athens · Character

Caphis

A servant sent by a senator to demand repayment from Timon.

minor

Also known as Caphis Nay

First appearance: Scene I

Caphis shows up with force in Scene I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Sent by the Senator to demand repayment from Timon.
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In Scene I: Sent by the Senator to demand repayment from Timon. Later, in Scene II: A creditor's servant who demands payment from…

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VAVarroISIsidoreTITimonFLFlaviusPOPoetCACaphis

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Sycophants and debt collectors
  • False friends and creditors
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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