>>984890
Protagonist: Byron Heyward. Esquire.
Villain: Count Balthazar Murcatto

>>984911
I like the antagonist's name, except lets change his last name to "Murdusa"
Balthazar Murdusa

Just apply headpats on teddybear

"If he doesn't die, he's going to order his fanatic cult to 'hide the evidence'. [Bear], I'm doing this because I don't know how else I'm going to save the throats of two dozen Murdusa worshippers from their own knives."

what is your plan? Since you mentioned "being able to withstand the pain" does that imply that part of your plan is purposely getting shot by the count?

>>985232
I’ve seen it done. According to the rules of dueling you have to wait for the other person to wait to take their shot. It’s kinda messed up. Definitely not a good plan, but I guess it depends on why you two are about to duel to a begin with.

What are the duel rules? Are you to shoot at the same time, or will "who shoots first" be determined by a coin flip?

>>985310
Does Flintson own a gun? It’s his job as a second to shoot Murdusa if he cheats. Also who will be Murdusa’s second?

>>985581
As a proper gentleman, we mustn't be late. No no, that would not be proper. When is our duel scheduled for? As long as there is no schedule conflicts with our appointed duel, a private meeting shouldn't necessarily be an issue. However, as proper gentlemen of status we have many a demand on our time. We cannot spare him much time, any more and it would practically be fraternization with the enemy.

And I'm sorry that Flintson doesn't want to shoot anyone. But such is the position of second. Ideally, he will not have to shoot anyone. But if Murdusa intends foul play, such is his duty. And fulfilling one's duty is the greatest honor and calling of a gentleman.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEW_T_9ZsRk&pbjreload=101