Chapter 8

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Actor Brown

Comic actor

Also known as: The Player

A character actor in Vitoller's company specializing in comic roles.

Actor Jones

Theater performer

Also known as: The Performer

Another performer in the traveling theater troupe.

Actor Smith

Theater performer

Also known as: The Actor

A member of Vitoller's theater company who performs in various plays.

Agnes Nutter

Aspiring witch

Also known as: Young Agnes

A young woman who hopes to become a witch but lacks natural talent.

Ankh-Morpork Guard

City watchman

Also known as: City Guard

A member of the Ankh-Morpork city watch maintaining order.

Ankh-Morpork Noble

Urban aristocrat

Also known as: City Lord

A wealthy nobleman from the great city who attends theater performances.

Apprentice Carpenter

Carpentry apprentice

Also known as: Young Carpenter

Learning woodworking skills from the master craftsman.

Bat

Nocturnal animal

Also known as: Flying Mammal

Small flying creatures that emerge at dusk around the castle.

Beggar

Urban poor

Also known as: The Mendicant

Asks for charity from theater patrons and city dwellers.

Black Aliss

Legendary historical figure

Also known as: The Legendary Witch

A legendary witch from the past, referenced as an example of what witches used to be like in the...

Castle Guard Williams

Castle security

Also known as: Williams

A castle guard who witnessed the night of the murder and struggles with loyalty.

Castle Librarian

Castle scholar

Also known as: The Scholar

Maintains the castle's small collection of books and documents.

Charcoal Burner

Charcoal producer

Also known as: Coal Maker

Lives in the forest making charcoal from wood.

City Official

Government worker

Also known as: The Bureaucrat

Works in the city administration handling official business.

City Watchman

Urban law enforcement

Also known as: Night Watch

Patrols the city streets maintaining order during the night hours.

Court Lady

Court attendant

Also known as: The Noblewoman

A lady of the court who attends social functions and ceremonies.

Court Painter

Court artist

Also known as: The Artist

Creates portraits and decorative artwork for the royal court.

Court Wizard

Court magic practitioner

Also known as: The Magician

The official court magician, though not particularly skilled compared to the witches.

Donkey

Pack animal

Also known as: Ass

A sturdy pack animal used for carrying goods.

Duke Felmet

Usurper Duke of Lancre

Also known as: Leonal Felmet

The brother who murdered King Verence and usurped the throne. Paranoid and guilt-ridden, constantly...

Fortune Teller

Alleged mystic

Also known as: The Seer

Claims to predict the future for paying customers.

Gatekeeper

Castle gatekeeper

Also known as: The Porter

Controls access to the castle, opening and closing the gates.

Goodwife Flutter

Village organizer

Also known as: Mrs. Flutter

A village woman who helps with community events and gatherings.

Granny Weatherwax

Senior witch and leader

Also known as: Esmerelda Weatherwax

Practices 'headology' - making people believe things will work rather than actual magic. Has strong...

Greebo

Nanny Ogg's familiar

Also known as: Nanny's Cat

Nanny Ogg's enormous grey tomcat, battle-scarred and aggressive. Rules the local cat population...

Guild Apprentice

Apprentice

Also known as: Young Tradesman

Learning a trade under one of Ankh-Morpork's established guilds.

Guild Master

Guild leader

Also known as: The Leader

Leads one of Ankh-Morpork's many professional guilds.

Herb Collector

Natural harvester

Also known as: Plant Gatherer

Gathers medicinal and cooking herbs from the forest and fields.

Horse Trader

Livestock trader

Also known as: The Horse Dealer

Deals in buying and selling horses and other livestock.

Hwel

Playwright and dramatist

Also known as: The Dwarf Playwright

A dwarf playwright with the theater company, constantly writing new plays and struggling with...

King Verence

Dead king seeking justice

Also known as: Verence I

The rightful king of Lancre, murdered by his brother Duke Felmet. Now exists as a ghost, trying to...

Kitchen Maid Mary

Kitchen worker

Also known as: Mary

A shy kitchen maid who overhears conversations and knows castle secrets.

Lady Felmet

Duchess of Lancre

Also known as: The Duchess

The ambitious wife of Duke Felmet, more ruthless and calculating than her husband. Drives much of...

Lord Paramount

Visiting noble

Also known as: The Noble

A visiting nobleman from neighboring territories with political interests.

Magrat Garlick

Junior witch

Also known as: Magrat

The youngest of the three witches, earnest and well-meaning but often confused about proper...

Master of Arms

Military trainer

Also known as: Weapons Master

Trains guards in combat and maintains the castle's weaponry.

Mrs. Earwig

Wannabe witch

Also known as: The Would-be Witch

A woman who fancies herself a witch but lacks the real calling. Organizes meetings and committees.

Nanny Ogg

Witch of Lancre

Also known as: Gytha Ogg

A cheerful, worldly witch with many children and grandchildren. Lives in a cottage full of cats and...

Prop Master

Props manager

Also known as: The Props Man

Handles all the props and set pieces for the theater performances.

Royal Messenger

Communication specialist

Also known as: Swift Rider

Carries official messages between the castle and other kingdoms.

Sergeant-at-Arms

Senior castle guard

Also known as: The Sergeant

A castle guard of higher rank, tries to maintain order and discipline among the other guards.

Shawn Ogg

Castle guard

Also known as: The Guard

One of Nanny Ogg's sons, serves as a guard at the castle. Earnest but not the brightest.

Stable Boy

Castle stable hand

Also known as: The Groom

Tends to the horses and stables at the castle.

Stage Manager

Production manager

Also known as: The Director

Manages the technical aspects of the theater productions.

Street Sweeper

City maintenance

Also known as: The Cleaner

Keeps the city streets clean and watches all the daily activities.

The Fool

Court jester

Also known as: Court Fool

The court jester, earnest and kind-hearted but not particularly funny. Wears traditional fool's...

Theater Drummer

Theater musician

Also known as: The Musician

Provides musical accompaniment for the theater company's performances.

Theater Patron

Theater goer

Also known as: Audience Member

One of the audience members who attends the theater performances.

Theater Singer

Theater vocalist

Also known as: The Vocalist

Provides vocal performances and song interludes during plays.

Tomjon

Actor with Vitoller's company

Also known as: The Actor

A talented young actor with the traveling theater company. Charismatic and natural on stage.

Village Boy Peter

Village child

Also known as: Peter

A curious village child who often gets into minor trouble exploring.

Village Cat

Village animal

Also known as: Local Feline

One of the many cats that populate the village and countryside.

Village Drunk

Village character

Also known as: Old Soak

The village's resident alcoholic who spends most days at the tavern.

Village Girl Anne

Village child

Also known as: Anne

A cheerful village girl who picks berries and flowers in the countryside.

Village Gossip

Information broker

Also known as: The Busybody

Knows everyone's business and spreads news throughout the village.

Vitoller

Theater company leader

Also known as: The Company Leader

The leader of a traveling theater company. A seasoned actor and manager who raised Tomjon from...

Wagon Driver

Transportation specialist

Also known as: The Teamster

Drives the theater company's wagon and tends to their horses.

Wane Ogg

Family member

Also known as: Nanny's Son

One of Nanny's sons who assists with various family enterprises.

War Horse

Military mount

Also known as: Battle Steed

Trained horses used by the castle's military forces.

Wealthy Merchant

Business owner

Also known as: The Trader

A prosperous merchant who attends cultural events in the city.

Weaver Thatch

Village weaver

Also known as: The Weaver

A village weaver who makes cloth and clothing for the local community.

Woodcutter

Forest worker

Also known as: The Logger

Cuts trees in the forest for timber and firewood.

You Bastard

Theater company's camel

Also known as: The Camel

A highly intelligent camel with the theater company, capable of complex mathematical calculations.

Young Alison

Village helper

Also known as: Alison

A village girl who helps with various tasks around the community.

Young Jim

Village helper

Also known as: Jim

A village youth who runs errands and helps with various tasks.

Previously Seen

Ambassador

Foreign diplomat

Also known as: The Diplomat

A diplomatic representative from another kingdom conducting official business.

Ankh-Morpork Citizen

Urban citizen

Also known as: City Dweller

A typical resident of the great city of Ankh-Morpork.

Appleby

Castle gardener

Also known as: The Gardener

The castle gardener who tends the grounds and knows where all the bodies are buried.

Baker Johnson

Village baker

Also known as: The Village Baker

The village baker who provides bread and pastries to the community.

Ballad Singer

Musical storyteller

Also known as: The Minstrel

Sings traditional ballads and news in verse form.

Blacksmith's Apprentice

Apprentice craftsman

Also known as: Young Smith

Learning the smithing trade under Jason Ogg's guidance.

Captain of Guards

Military commander

Also known as: The Captain

Leader of the castle's military forces, caught between duty and the political situation.

Cart Horse

Working animal

Also known as: Draft Horse

Strong horses used for pulling carts and heavy loads.

Carter Brown

Village carter

Also known as: The Carter

A villager who transports goods with his cart between settlements.

Castle Astronomer

Court scholar

Also known as: Star Reader

Studies the stars and provides astrological advice to the court.

Castle Chaplain

Religious authority

Also known as: The Priest

Provides religious services for the castle inhabitants and conducts ceremonies.

Castle Dog

Castle guardian

Also known as: Guard Dog

One of the dogs that guards the castle grounds.

Castle Falconer

Bird specialist

Also known as: Bird Master

Trains and cares for the castle's hunting birds.

Castle Guard Davies

Junior guard

Also known as: Davies

A younger guard who is eager to prove himself but uncertain about the political situation.

Castle Guard Roberts

Castle security

Also known as: Roberts

Another castle guard who patrols the battlements and courtyard.

Castle Guard Thompson

Senior guard

Also known as: Thompson

A veteran guard who remembers the old king and is troubled by recent events.

Castle Musician

Court musician

Also known as: The Minstrel

Provides musical entertainment at castle functions and feasts.

Chambermaid

Castle maid

Also known as: The Maid

Cleans the castle chambers and tends to the personal quarters of the nobility.

Chicken

Farm bird

Also known as: Hen

Domestic fowl kept for eggs and meat.

Cook

Head cook

Also known as: The Castle Cook

Prepares meals for the castle inhabitants and manages the kitchen staff.

Costume Mistress

Costume designer

Also known as: The Seamstress

Creates and maintains the costumes for the theater company's productions.

Court Scribe

Court recorder

Also known as: The Clerk

Records official court proceedings and maintains documents.

Daisie Ogg

Family member

Also known as: Nanny's Daughter

One of Nanny Ogg's many daughters, helps with family matters.

Dancing Master

Court instructor

Also known as: Dance Instructor

Teaches court dances and provides entertainment at royal functions.

Death

Anthropomorphic personification

Also known as: The Grim Reaper

The anthropomorphic personification of death, speaks in capital letters and has a professional...

Dock Worker

Harbor laborer

Also known as: Harbor Hand

Works at the docks loading and unloading ships.

Duck

Wild bird

Also known as: Waterfowl

Water birds found near the streams and ponds.

Farm Pig

Farm animal

Also known as: Swine

Livestock raised on the farms around Lancre.

Farmer Jenkins

Village farmer

Also known as: Old Jenkins

An elderly farmer who grows vegetables and grain for the village market.

Farmer Wright

Landowner

Also known as: Wright

A prosperous farmer who owns several fields and employs seasonal workers.

Goat

Livestock

Also known as: Billy Goat

Hardy mountain animals kept for milk and cheese.

Graeme Ogg

Family member

Also known as: Nanny's Son

Another of Nanny Ogg's sons, works various jobs around the village.

Herald

Royal messenger

Also known as: The Messenger

Makes official announcements and delivers messages for the court.

Herb Woman

Herbal medicine provider

Also known as: The Herbalist

Gathers and sells medicinal herbs from the countryside.

Hunter

Forest hunter

Also known as: The Tracker

Hunts game in the forests around Lancre.

Inn Keeper

Inn proprietor

Also known as: The Host

Runs an inn in Ankh-Morpork providing lodging for travelers.

Jason Ogg

Village blacksmith

Also known as: The Blacksmith

Nanny Ogg's eldest son, the village blacksmith. Large and strong but gentle-natured.

Jester Apprentice

Apprentice entertainer

Also known as: Young Fool

Learning the craft of entertainment under the court fool.

Kitchen Maid Sarah

Kitchen worker

Also known as: Sarah

A hardworking kitchen maid who prepares food and cleans dishes.

Market Woman

Market vendor

Also known as: The Seller

Sells produce and goods at the city market.

Master Carpenter

Village carpenter

Also known as: The Woodworker

A skilled craftsman who builds and repairs wooden structures.

Merchant Prince

Wealthy trader

Also known as: The Trader

A wealthy merchant from Ankh-Morpork involved in various trade dealings.

Midwife

Village healer

Also known as: The Birth Attendant

Assists with births and provides medical care to women and children.

Milk Cow

Farm animal

Also known as: Dairy Cattle

Cows kept for milk production on local farms.

Miller

Village miller

Also known as: The Grain Miller

Operates the village mill, grinding grain into flour.

Miller's Daughter

Miller's assistant

Also known as: Young Miller

The miller's daughter who helps with the family business.

Millie Hipwood

Castle servant

Also known as: The Servant

A castle servant who works in the kitchens and knows all the castle gossip.

Mrs. Simnel

Farmer's wife

Also known as: Ned's Wife

Ned Simnel's wife who helps manage the farm and household.

Mummer

Folk entertainer

Also known as: The Masked Performer

Performs traditional folk plays and entertainment.

Ned Simnel

Village farmer

Also known as: The Farmer

A local farmer who grows crops and raises livestock for the village.

Nev Ogg

Family member

Also known as: Nanny's Son

Part of Nanny Ogg's large family, helps with various tasks.

Old Crone

Traditional healer

Also known as: The Wise Woman

An elderly woman with knowledge of old ways and traditions.

Old Goodie Whemper

Deceased former witch

Also known as: The Former Witch

A deceased witch whose cottage Magrat now occupies. Known for her herb garden and gentle nature.

Old Pete

Village elder

Also known as: Pete

An elderly villager who sits outside the tavern and comments on events.

Owl

Forest creature

Also known as: Night Bird

A wise-looking owl that inhabits the forests around Lancre.

Pickpocket

Urban criminal

Also known as: The Thief

A skilled thief who operates in crowded areas around the theater.

Poacher

Criminal hunter

Also known as: The Illegal Hunter

Illegally hunts game on royal lands, avoiding the authorities.

Priest

Religious authority

Also known as: The Village Priest

The local religious leader who conducts services and ceremonies.

Raven

Ominous bird

Also known as: The Black Bird

A large black bird that appears at significant moments.

Reet Ogg

Family member

Also known as: Nanny's Son

Another member of the extensive Ogg family clan.

Royal Physician

Court doctor

Also known as: The Doctor

Tends to the medical needs of the royal family and court.

Royal Seamstress

Court craftsperson

Also known as: The Needleworker

Creates and maintains clothing for the royal family and court.

Royal Taster

Royal safety officer

Also known as: Food Tester

Tests the royal family's food for poison before they eat.

Script Boy

Theater assistant

Also known as: The Prompter

Assists with scripts and prompts actors during performances.

Scullery Maid

Kitchen servant

Also known as: Kitchen Helper

Works in the castle kitchens cleaning dishes and assisting the cook.

Serving Wench

Tavern server

Also known as: The Barmaid

Works at the village tavern serving drinks and food to customers.

Shepherd

Livestock herder

Also known as: The Sheep Herder

Tends to flocks of sheep in the hills around Lancre.

Shepherd's Boy

Shepherd's helper

Also known as: Young Shepherd

Assists the shepherd with tending the flocks.

Storyteller

Oral tradition keeper

Also known as: The Tale Spinner

Travels around telling stories and legends for entertainment.

Street Vendor

Street trader

Also known as: The Seller

Sells goods on the streets of Ankh-Morpork.

Tavern Keeper

Tavern owner

Also known as: The Publican

Runs the village tavern where people gather to drink and share news.

Tavern Regular

Village socializer

Also known as: The Drinker

Spends most evenings drinking at the village tavern sharing gossip.

Tax Collector

Government tax agent

Also known as: The Revenue Man

Collects taxes and fees from the villages for the crown.

Theater Juggler

Physical performer

Also known as: The Entertainer

Performs juggling acts and acrobatics with the theater troupe.

Tinker Joe

Traveling craftsman

Also known as: The Tinker

A traveling tinker who repairs pots and pans and brings news from other villages.

Traveling Merchant

Itinerant trader

Also known as: The Peddler

A merchant who travels between cities selling various goods.

Traveling Monk

Wandering cleric

Also known as: Brother Wanderer

A religious brother who travels between communities offering blessings.

Traveling Peddler

Itinerant trader

Also known as: The Salesman

A merchant who travels between villages selling small goods and trinkets.

Trev Ogg

Family member

Also known as: Nanny's Son

Another of Nanny's numerous offspring who lives in the area.

Village Boy Tom

Village messenger

Also known as: Young Tom

An energetic village boy who runs messages and errands between households.

Village Elder

Community leader

Also known as: The Wise Man

An elderly villager respected for wisdom and experience.

Village Girl Emma

Village child

Also known as: Emma

A village girl who helps her mother with household chores and tends animals.

Widow Scramm

Village gossip

Also known as: The Widow

An elderly village widow who keeps chickens and knows everyone's business.

Wise Woman Grope

Traditional healer

Also known as: Goodie Grope

An elderly woman who provides folk remedies and birthing assistance.

Young Lord

Minor nobility

Also known as: The Nobleman

A young noble attending court functions and social events.

Young Maiden

Village resident

Also known as: The Village Girl

A young woman from the village involved in various community activities.

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