Twelfth Night · Character
Fabian
Olivia's servant who joins in the plot against Malvolio.
minor
Also known as Fabian Ay, Fabian O, Fabian Nay, Fabian Sowter, Fabian O good Sir Toby
First appearance: act ii scene iii
Fabian shows up with force in Scene V. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Joins the conspiracy, relishing the revenge on Malvolio for past grievances.
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In Scene V: Joins the conspiracy, relishing the revenge on Malvolio for past grievances. Later, in Scene II: Supports Sir Toby's scheme,…
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- Olivia's household conspirators
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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See Fabian in act ii scene iii