# The Arrow of Gold — Character guide

> Key figures in The Arrow of Gold by Joseph Conrad.

- [Doña Rita](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/rita_de_lastaola.md): Mysterious and captivating woman at the center of the plot, pursued by multiple men.
- [George](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/george.md): Young man, likely the narrator, deeply involved with Rita and the Carlist intrigue.
- [Captain Blunt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/captain_blunt.md): Rival suitor of Rita, a captain with a complex past and family ties.
- [Mills](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/mills.md): Friend and confidant of George, often mediating and observing the drama.
- [Dominic](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/dominic.md): Loyal sailor and ally, assists George in his dangerous missions.
- [Therese](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/therese.md): Rita's pious and watchful companion, often present in key scenes.
- [Mr. Blunt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/mr_blunt.md): Captain Blunt's father, an American with political and financial interests.
- [Mrs. Blunt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/mrs_blunt.md): Captain Blunt's mother, an aristocratic figure with strong opinions.
- [Henry Allègre](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/henry_%20allegre.md): Deceased artist and former patron of Rita, whose legacy influences events.
- [José Ortega](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/jose_ortega.md): Carlist agent involved in the political conspiracy, interacts with George.
- [Azzolati](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/azzolati.md): A financier or businessman with connections to the plot.
- [Versoy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/versoy.md): A character involved in the political or social circles of the story.
- [Baron H.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/baron_h.md): A baron mentioned in the narrative, possibly a political figure.
- [Don Carlos de Bourbon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/don_carlos_de_bourbon.md): Carlist pretender to the Spanish throne, a historical figure in the background.
- [Don Rafael de Villarel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/don_rafael_de_villarel.md): A Spanish nobleman, possibly involved in the Carlist cause.
- [Marquis de Villarel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/marquis_de_villarel.md): A nobleman, likely related to Don Rafael, part of the political backdrop.
- [John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/john.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or acquaintance.
- [Rose](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/rose.md): A woman mentioned in the narrative, possibly connected to Blunt.
- [Bing](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/bing.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or associate.
- [Signorino](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/signorino.md): A minor character, possibly an Italian acquaintance.
- [Prax](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/prax.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local.
- [Young Ulysses](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/young_ulysses.md): A minor character, possibly a nickname or allusion.
- [Catin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/catin.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local woman.
- [Uncle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/uncle.md): A relative of one of the main characters, mentioned briefly.
- [The Doctor](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/the_doctor.md): A physician who appears in the story, possibly attending to someone.
- [Madame Léonore](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/madame_leonore.md): An older woman, possibly a relative or guardian of Rita.
- [Satan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_arrow_of_gold_se/characters/satan.md): A metaphorical or symbolic reference, not a real character.

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