If your desired font is missing those special accented characters, here’s how to add your own while still maintaining the integrity of a single text object. No need to use Break Apart or create a separate text object.
WARNING! This tutorial assumes you already know how to use basic keyboard lettering. The focus is on adding accent characters.

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