Character guide

Signor Thomas Magnus

major

Also known as Magnus, Thomas Magnus, Signor Magnus, wise Thomas Magnus, unfortunate Magnus, dear Magnus, Signor, the scoundrel Magnus

A mysterious and influential figure who becomes entangled in a dark pact.

Mr. Henry Wondergood

major

Also known as Wondergood, Mr. Henry Wondergood of Illinois, Mr. Wondergood, scoundrel Wondergood, dear Wondergood, Wondergood of Illinois

An American visitor drawn into Magnus's schemes and the supernatural events.

Maria

major

Also known as Signorina, the Signorina Maria, Signorina Maria

A beautiful young woman who becomes the object of desire and conflict.

Mr. Toppi

supporting

Also known as Toppi, Suddenly Toppi, the unbribable Toppi, The good Toppi, Poor Toppi

A loyal and principled servant caught in the unfolding drama.

Satan

major

Also known as Satan of Eternity, Poor Satan

The devil himself, who appears in human form to observe and tempt.

Cardinal X.

supporting

Also known as The Cardinal, Cardinal, the Cardinal

A high-ranking church official involved in secret dealings.

Irwin Toppi

minor

Also known as Irwin

A younger relative of Mr. Toppi, also serving in the household.

Madonna

minor

Also known as the Madonna

A religious figure referenced in prayers and iconography.

Magnus Rabbit

minor

Also known as dear Magnus

A pet rabbit belonging to Signor Magnus, treated with affection.

Mars

minor

Also known as Mad Mars, Crazy Mars

A deranged or eccentric character who appears briefly.

Magnus Ergo

minor

Another alias or variant of Signor Magnus, possibly a pseudonym.

Beelzebub

minor

A demonic entity mentioned in the narrative as a counterpart to Satan.

George

minor

A minor servant or acquaintance in the story.