I fear we shall outsleep the coming morn as much as we this night have overwatched. (Theseus, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 5.1.348-9).
You are thought here to be the most senseless and fit man for the constable of the watch, therefore bear you the lantern. This is your charge: you shall comprehend all vagrom men. You are to bid any man stand, in the prince's name. 3.3.22-26
"We will rather sleep than talk"
3.3.37
Title: Masters of the watch
Sex: male
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Hometown: Messina
Job: Night watchmen
Often called: "Neighbour"
The Watch consists of: Verges (a headborough), George Seacoal & Hugh Oatcake.
The watch's general philosophy: "Well, masters, we hear our charge. Let us go sit here upon the church bench till two, and then all to bed." (3.3.86-7)
