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Major Weir

A historical Scottish figure, a warlock or covenanter.

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Also known as Major

First appearance: edinburgh

Major Weir shows up with force in Legends. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A tall, black man with a grim countenance, known as 'Angelical Thomas,' who was burned with his staff; his house was avoided due to unholy memories.
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Major Weir first appears in 0027 edinburgh.

In Legends: A tall, black man with a grim countenance, known as 'Angelical Thomas,' who was burned with his staff; his house was avoided due to unholy memories.

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Cast of Travels and History
  • Camisard and Religious Figures
  • Edinburgh Literary and Personified City

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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