Character guide

Dudley Carston

major

Also known as Carston, Mr. Carston, Mr. Tracy, Tracy, old Tracy, old Mr. Tracy, Clarence Carston, Clarence

A central figure entangled in a mysterious and transformative journey with Scylla and Picus.

Scylla Taverner

major

Also known as Scylla, More Scylla, Scylla Trio, Miss Scylla

A enigmatic woman at the heart of the narrative, linked to the Scylla Trio and a deep personal quest.

Picus

major

Also known as Picus the Woodpecker, Woodpecker, Mr. Picus, the true Picus, Knowing Picus

A mythic and symbolic figure whose presence drives much of the story's surreal and philosophical conflict.

Felix Taverner

major

Also known as Felix, Mr. Felix

A key character whose identity and relationships are central to the unfolding drama.

Clarence

supporting

Also known as XVII Clarence, old Clarence

A recurring figure with a complex connection to the Carston family and the main events.

Ross

supporting

Also known as Mr. Ross, great Ross, Ross Ross

A significant presence whose actions and perspectives influence the narrative's direction.

Lydia

supporting

A woman whose interactions with the main characters reveal deeper emotional currents.

Phil

supporting

Also known as Philip

A friend or associate who participates in the unfolding events and dialogues.

Boris

minor

A character who appears in the narrative with a distinct role in the plot.

Nanna

minor

Also known as Trust Nanna, Once Nanna

A maternal or nurturing figure mentioned in the story.

the doctor

minor

Also known as The doctor

A medical professional who appears in a scene.

Starn

minor

A named individual with a brief but notable appearance.

Iduna

minor

A figure from myth or narrative who is referenced.

Miss Taverner

minor

A relative of Felix or Scylla Taverner.

Gawaine

minor

A legendary name invoked in the story.

Hestia

minor

A mythological reference within the text.

Philoctetes

minor

A classical figure mentioned in dialogue.