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Lancre Castle is one of the largest buildings in the small Ramtops kingdom of Lancre. It is the home to the Lancre Royal Family, but is also a focal point or meeting place for the people of Lancre. The castle is also haunted by many ghosts, such as the late King.

History[]

Wryd Sisters[]

During the time of Wyrd Sisters, King Verence is the monarch of Lancre, but is promptly killed by Duke Felmet, who takes the crown. However, Verence had a son, who Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat give to an acting troupe. The boy is named Tomjon, and becomes a great actor in Ankh-Morpork with the troupe. Using a time spell, the witches move time outside of Lancre forwards 15 years, and Tomjon returns to Lancre with the troupe. Eventually, Tomjon learns about his birthright, but doesn't want to be king. Fortuanetely, the royal fool is revealed to be his brother and is made King Verence II instead.

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