Kettle & Crown Codex

Ansel

The last bannerman who carried the broken crown for a century before settling in Hollowmere.

Ansel is the final old bannerman and spokesman of the remnant, appearing prominently in Book 12 as Vane's old comrade. He bears the true broken crown, offering it to Bram on behalf of loyal soldiers who kept faith for a hundred years.

In Book 12, they lay the crown down for good and settle in Hollowmere's empty mill cottages.

Role
Last Old Bannerman
Affiliation
Spokesman of the Remnant
Connection
Vane's Old Comrade
Appearance
Book 12
Artifact Held
True Broken Crown
Final Settlement
Hollowmere Mill Cottages

Lore & Background

As the spokesman of the remnant, Ansel represents a century of loyalty carried by soldiers who kept faith. He brings the true broken crown to Bram, symbolizing the dedication maintained over one hundred years.

In Book 12, they lay the crown down for good. Following this event, they settle in Hollowmere's empty mill cottages, adding nineteen grandfathers to the town.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which book does Ansel appear in?

He appears in Book 12.

Who is the crown offered to?

Ansel offers it to Bram.

How long did the soldiers keep faith?

They kept faith for a hundred years.

Where do they settle after laying down the crown?

They settle in Hollowmere's empty mill cottages.

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