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Old Olifant

An old hunter who knows the ways of the forest animals.

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Also known as Olifant, VIII Old Olifant

First appearance: silverspot

Old Olifant shows up with force in Raggylug. The page is where that presence becomes real.

An old man whose death leads to the swamp becoming wilder and safer for Rag.
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RARaggylugMCMolly CottontailMPMother PartridgeBIBingoJGJo GreatorexOOOld Olifant

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  • Supporting Characters and Wildlife
  • Protagonist
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  • Dogs and Their Companions

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