allegory
n. a symbolic story in which people, settings, or actions represent ideas or moral qualities
protagonist
n. the main character in a story or play; a person who plays a leading or active part in something
incongruous
adj. not suitable or appropriate not consistent; not conforming to a pattern
terse
adj. brief and to the point (in writing or speaking); concise
prologue
n. introductory lines of a play; the preface to a literary work; an introductory or preceding event
ferocity
n. the quality or state of being fierce, savage, or relentless
conjecture
n. an opinion without proof; guesswork; v. to speculate; to guess
despicable
adj. contemptible; deserving of scorn; vile
misanthrope
n. an individual who dislikes or distrusts other human beings
dissolute
adj. lacking moral restraint; very wicked; immoral; undisciplined