# The Deluge — Character guide

> Key figures in The Deluge by Henryk Sienkiewicz.

- [Andrei Kmita](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/andrei_kmita.md): A fiery young nobleman and colonel, whose reckless actions lead him on a path of redemption and love.
- [Pan Michael Volodyovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_michael_volodyovski.md): A skilled and valiant Polish colonel, known for his small stature and great swordsmanship.
- [Zagloba](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/zagloba.md): A cunning, corpulent, and witty nobleman who often uses his wits to escape danger.
- [Prince Boguslav Radzivill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_boguslav_radzivill.md): A treacherous and ambitious Lithuanian prince who allies with the Swedish invaders.
- [Olenka Billevich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/olenka_billevich.md): A proud and beautiful young noblewoman, the beloved of Andrei Kmita.
- [Stefan Charnyetski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/stefan_charnyetski.md): A brilliant and fiery Polish military commander leading the resistance against the Swedes.
- [Yanush Radzivill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yanush_radzivill.md): The powerful and traitorous Grand Hetman of Lithuania who sides with Sweden.
- [Pan Sakovich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_sakovich.md): A treacherous and cunning colonel who serves Prince Boguslav Radzivill.
- [Babinich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/babinich.md): An alias used by Andrei Kmita to infiltrate the Radzivill camp.
- [Roh Kovalski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/roh_kovalski.md): A loyal but simple-minded colonel in the Lithuanian army, often a foil to others.
- [Anusia Borzobogati](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/anusia_borzobogati.md): A lively and beautiful young woman, the object of many men's affections.
- [Yan Kazimir](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yan_kazimir.md): The King of Poland during the Swedish invasion, struggling to maintain his throne.
- [Karl Gustav](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/karl_gustav.md): The King of Sweden who invades Poland, known for his ambition and military skill.
- [Soroka](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/soroka.md): A loyal and devoted servant of Andrei Kmita, following him through many dangers.
- [Kryshtofek Sapyeha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/kryshtofek_sapyeha.md): A nobleman and envoy, often involved in diplomatic missions during the war.
- [Yan Sapyeha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yan_sapyeha.md): A Lithuanian nobleman and military commander, a supporter of the Polish king.
- [Yan Zamoyski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yan_zamoyski.md): A powerful Polish magnate and military leader, defender of Zamosc.
- [Pan Kharlamp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_kharlamp.md): A hot-headed and comical colonel, often getting into trouble and fights.
- [Yan Skshetuski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yan_skshetuski.md): A noble and valiant Polish colonel, a friend of Volodyovski and Zagloba.
- [Stanislav Skshetuski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/stanislav_skshetuski.md): A Polish colonel, brother of Yan Skshetuski, known for his piety and bravery.
- [Pan Kuklinovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_kuklinovski.md): A brutal and treacherous colonel in the service of the Radzivills.
- [Pan Andrei Grudzinski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_andrei_grudzinski.md): A Polish nobleman and military commander, a rival of Kmita for Olenka's hand.
- [Vansosh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/vansosh.md): A cunning and resourceful servant who often aids the main characters.
- [Prince Michael Radzivill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_michael_radzivill.md): A Lithuanian prince and relative of Yanush and Boguslav Radzivill.
- [Kordetski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/kordetski.md): The heroic prior of the monastery at Chenstohova, leading its defense against the Swedes.
- [Tyzenhauz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/tyzenhauz.md): A young Lithuanian nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Tomash Billevich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/tomash_billevich.md): A nobleman and relative of Olenka, serving as her guardian.
- [Pyotr Charnyetski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pyotr_charnyetski.md): A Polish colonel and relative of Stefan Charnyetski, a capable military leader.
- [Prince Yanush Kmita](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_yanush_kmita.md): A Lithuanian prince and relative of Andrei Kmita, a supporter of the Radzivills.
- [Pan Lyubomirski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_lyubomirski.md): A powerful Polish magnate and military commander, often acting independently.
- [Mirski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/mirski.md): A Polish colonel, a loyal and brave officer in the Polish army.
- [Count Veyhard Vjeshchovich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/count_veyhard_vjeshchovich.md): A German count and colonel in Swedish service, a cruel and effective commander.
- [Harasimovich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/harasimovich.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of Kmita.
- [Oskyerko](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/oskyerko.md): A Polish colonel, a loyal and capable officer.
- [Akbah Ulan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/akbah_ulan.md): A Tatar colonel serving under the Radzivills, known for his loyalty.
- [Ganhoff](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/ganhoff.md): A German colonel in Swedish service, a capable and honorable officer.
- [Yuzva Butrym](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yuzva_butrym.md): A gigantic and fierce Lithuanian nobleman, a leader of the Lauda men.
- [Pan Zbrojek](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_zbrojek.md): A Polish colonel, a brave and loyal officer.
- [Pan Kyemlich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_kyemlich.md): A cunning and treacherous nobleman, often involved in plots against the heroes.
- [Pan Yaromir Kokosinski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_yaromir_kokosinski.md): A comical and boastful nobleman, often a source of humor.
- [Ranitski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/ranitski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Heraclius Billevich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/heraclius_billevich.md): The deceased grandfather of Olenka, whose will sets the plot in motion.
- [Pan Stankyevich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_stankyevich.md): An old and loyal Lithuanian nobleman, a leader of the Lauda men.
- [Hovanski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/hovanski.md): A Russian general leading forces against the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
- [Pani Kovalski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pani_kovalski.md): The wife of Roh Kovalski, a strong-willed and jealous woman.
- [Forgell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/forgell.md): A Swedish general, a capable and ruthless commander.
- [Panna Kulvyets](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/panna_kulvyets.md): A young noblewoman, a relative of the Billeviches.
- [Radzeyovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/radzeyovski.md): A Polish magnate and traitor who conspires with the Swedes.
- [Bogdan Hmelnitski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/bogdan_hmelnitski.md): The Cossack hetman who led a major uprising against Poland, mentioned as a past threat.
- [Arwid Wittemberg](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/arwid_wittemberg.md): An old and brutal Swedish field marshal, known for his cruelty.
- [Princess Griselda Vishnyevetski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/princess_griselda_vishnyevetski.md): The widow of Prince Yeremi Vishnyevetski, a powerful and respected figure.
- [Patterson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/patterson.md): A Scottish colonel in Swedish service, a capable officer.
- [Baron Lisola](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/baron_lisola.md): An imperial diplomat, involved in negotiations during the war.
- [Shandarovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/shandarovski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Rekuts-Leliva](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/rekuts_leliva.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Yurek Billevich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/yurek_billevich.md): A young Lithuanian nobleman, a relative of Olenka.
- [Pakosh Gashtovt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pakosh_gashtovt.md): An old Lithuanian nobleman, a leader of the Lauda men.
- [Pan Voynillovich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_voynillovich.md): A Lithuanian nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Pan Sadovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_sadovski.md): A Polish colonel, a capable and loyal officer.
- [Sobiepan Zamoyski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/sobiepan_zamoyski.md): A Polish magnate, the owner of Zamosc, a defender of the realm.
- [Pan Vladyslav Skorashevski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_vladyslav_skorashevski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Pan Topor Grylevski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_topor_grylevski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Pan Uhlik](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_uhlika.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Von Rössel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/von_rossel.md): A Swedish colonel, a capable but often frightened officer.
- [Pan Sladkovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_sladkovski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Glovbich](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/glovbich.md): A Lithuanian nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Major Sweno](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/major_sweno.md): A valiant Swedish major, a capable and honorable officer.
- [Terka](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/terka.md): A young woman, a servant or relative of the Billeviches.
- [Pontus de la Gardie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pontus_de_la_gardie.md): A Swedish general and count, a commander in the invasion.
- [Prince Yeremi Vishnyevetski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_yeremi_vishnyevetski.md): A legendary Polish prince and military commander, deceased before the story begins.
- [Pan Suhanyets](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_suhanyets.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Pan Stanislav Yarachevski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_stanislav_yarachevski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Pan Grodzitski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_grodzitski.md): A Polish colonel, a capable and loyal officer.
- [Pan Byes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_byes.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Count Waldeck](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/count_waldeck.md): A German count and general in Swedish service.
- [Pan Vitovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_vitovski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.
- [Pan Shchanyetski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_shchanyetski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a friend of the main characters.
- [Pan Lugovski](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/pan_lugovski.md): A Polish nobleman and officer, a loyal soldier.

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