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The Old Stepper

A mysterious, well-heeled figure whose money and connections make him the glittering prize at the centre of one of Ukridge's most audacious plots.

supporting

Also known as the Stepper, the old Stepper, The Stepper

First appearance: ukridge and the old stepper

As a supporting figure in Ukridge Stories, The Old Stepper is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

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Character Web

10 connections

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UPUncle PercyMYMyrtleMTMr. ThomasJTJoe the LawyerJUJulia UkridgeTOThe Old Stepper

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Mysterious and Wealthy Figures
  • Extended Scheme Network
  • Core Scheme Participants
  • Formidable Female Influences

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

Ukridge’s sudden, uncharacteristic sentimentality and his confession that he might have been a wealthy, respec…

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