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Luke Short
Gambler and gunman who visits Tombstone.
minor
Also known as Luke, Short
First appearance: tombstone
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Gamblers and Gunmen
- Key Tombstone Figures
- Protagonist
- Notable Visitors and Outlaws
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the dramatic climax because it marks the psychological peak where the Earps and Doc Holliday confront…
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