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Beneath the guise of dandy Sir Percy Blakeney lies the enigmatic Black Pimpernel, a master of disguise and cunning. He dances through danger, outsmarting foes to rescue the doomed, all while cloaked in wit and charm, driven by love and justice.
The Black Pimpernel (Character) Trivia
Who is The Black Pimpernel known for rescuing? (Easy)
#1: French aristocrats
#2: English nobles
#3: Spanish royalty
#4: Russian dissidents
What is the real identity of The Black Pimpernel? (Medium)
#1: Sir Percy Blakeney
#2: Lord Anthony Dewhurst
#3: Sir Charles Spencer
#4: Baron Jacques Valmont
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The Black Pimpernel (Character) Fun Facts
The Black Pimpernel, the alter ego of Sir Percy Blakeney, is often credited as one of the earliest examples of a superhero, as he disguises his true identity to rescue French aristocrats from the guillotine during the Reign of Terror.
The Black Pimpernel's signature calling card, a simple flower, became a symbol of hope for those he rescued and an enduring literary motif representing bravery and defiance against tyranny.
The Black Pimpernel (Character) Polls
Who is your favorite ally of The Black Pimpernel?
Marguerite St. Just
Sir Andrew Ffoulkes
Armand St. Just
Lord Tony Dewhurst
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What is your favorite adventure of The Black Pimpernel?
The Rescue of the Royals
The Escape from Paris
The Ball at the Opera
The Duel at Dawn
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