Character guide

Mike Brixan

major

Also known as Michael Brixan, Captain Brixan, The Headhunter, Michael, Mike

A former headhunter turned detective, central to unraveling the mystery.

Stella Mendoza

major

Also known as Miss Mendoza, Mendoza

A leading lady and focal character, often narrating the unfolding events.

Sir Gregory Penne

major

Also known as Gregory Penne, Penne, Gregory

A mysterious figure whose past is tied to the central conflict.

Jack Knebworth

supporting

Also known as Old Knebworth, Knebworth, Jack

An elderly man with knowledge of the family secrets and dangers.

Lawley Foss

supporting

Also known as Mr. Lawley Foss, Foss, Mr. Foss

A nervous and helpful associate who aids the investigation.

Adele Leamington

supporting

Also known as Miss Adele Leamington, Leamington, Adele

A young woman caught in the intrigue, possibly a niece or ward.

Sampson Longvale

minor

Also known as Mr. Sampson Longvale, Mr. Longvale, Longvale

An older gentleman who makes a crucial call early in the story.

Reggie Connolly

minor

Also known as Mr. Connolly, Reggie, Connolly

A disgruntled character with a possible grudge against others.

Bhag

supporting

Also known as the hideous Bhag, the monstrous Bhag

A monstrous entity or creature that poses a physical threat.

Major George Staines

minor

Also known as Major Staines, Staines

A military man involved in the later investigation.

Detective Inspector Lyle

minor

Also known as Inspector Lyle

A police officer from Scotland Yard working on the case.

Francis Elmer

minor

Also known as Elmer, Mr. Francis Elmer

A man who meets an unfortunate fate early in the story.

Mrs. Watson

minor

Also known as the stout and unbending Mrs. Watson

A stern housekeeper or matron at a key location.

Dicker

minor

Also known as Mr. Dicker

A minor functionary or servant who appears briefly.

Charles Henry

minor

Also known as Harry, Charles

A minor character possibly a servant or local.

Maggie Stubbs

minor

Also known as Mamie

A woman mentioned in passing, possibly a victim or witness.

Chauncey Seller

minor

A name that appears in the narrative with little context.

Willitt

minor

A minor character mentioned in the investigation.

Crewling

minor

A name that appears briefly in the story.

Roselle

minor

A character mentioned in the narrative, possibly a woman.

Bill

minor

A minor character, possibly a servant or local.

Uncle Francis

minor

A relative mentioned in dialogue, possibly deceased.

Mr. Scott

minor

A minor character, possibly a professional or servant.