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Woolcombe

This is the estate where Xan grows up. Theo spends every summer here after his father dies when he is very young.

Coronation Ring

This object is reserved for royalty. Both Xan and Theo wear this object during the course of the novel.

The Five Fishes

This is a group of people who want to stand up against the Warden of England. They distribute political pamphlets and perform guerrilla attacks.

Oxford

This is where Theo lives and also where he has a career as a professor.

Cast Museum

This place is where Theo communicates with the Five Fishes. It is also a place where he finds solace during hard times in his life.

Southwold

Theo has been to this place on vacation with his family, but comes here later to witness the Quietus.

Omega

This is the name of the year when mass infertility is officially recognized...

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