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Peter Pastmaster

A young aristocrat and friend of Adam.

minor

Also known as Peter

First appearance: ii

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  • Extended Cast and Background
  • Protagonist
  • Social Circle Core
  • Servants and Officials
  • Satirical Archetypes

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Peter Pastmaster in ii