# The Vicomte de Bragelonne — Character guide

> Key figures in The Vicomte de Bragelonne by Alexandre Dumas.

- [D'Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/d_artagnan.md): A Gascon musketeer and captain, central to the plot's intrigues and adventures.
- [Athos](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/athos.md): A noble musketeer and father figure, deeply involved in political and personal affairs.
- [Porthos](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/porthos.md): A strong and loyal musketeer, known for his strength and good nature.
- [Aramis](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/aramis.md): A cunning musketeer turned bishop, master of political and religious schemes.
- [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv.md): The young King of France, growing into his absolute power and authority.
- [Philippe](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/philippe.md): The twin brother of Louis XIV, imprisoned and later used in a plot to replace the king.
- [Nicolas Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/nicolas_fouquet.md): The wealthy and ambitious Superintendent of Finances, who falls from royal favor.
- [Jean-Baptiste Colbert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/jean_baptiste_colbert.md): A shrewd and ruthless minister who schemes to replace Fouquet.
- [Raoul de Bragelonne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/raoul_de_bragelonne.md): The son of Athos, a brave and honorable young man in love with La Vallière.
- [Louise de La Vallière](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louise_de_la_valliere.md): A shy young woman who becomes the beloved of both Raoul and King Louis XIV.
- [Anne of Austria](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/anne_of_austria.md): The mother of Louis XIV, a former queen regent with fading political influence.
- [Jules Mazarin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/jules_mazarin.md): The dying cardinal and chief minister, whose policies shape the kingdom.
- [Charles II](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/charles_ii.md): The exiled King of England, seeking aid from France to reclaim his throne.
- [General Monck](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/general_monck.md): A powerful English general whose allegiance is crucial for the Restoration.
- [Henrietta of England](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/henrietta_of_england.md): The sister of Charles II and wife of Monsieur, a key figure at court.
- [Philippe d'Orléans](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/philippe_d_orleans.md): The king's brother, known as Monsieur, involved in court intrigues.
- [De Guiche](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/de_guiche.md): A nobleman and friend of Raoul, in love with Madame Henrietta.
- [Mademoiselle de Montalais](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/mademoiselle_de_montalais.md): A lively and scheming lady-in-waiting, friend and confidante to La Vallière.
- [Planchet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/planchet.md): D'Artagnan's former servant, now a successful grocer and financier.
- [Baisemeaux de Montlezun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/baisemeaux_de_montlezun.md): The governor of the Bastille, a former acquaintance of the musketeers.
- [Malicorne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/malicorne.md): A clever and ambitious courtier, often working with Montalais.
- [Manicamp](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/manicamp.md): A friend of De Guiche, known for his wit and laziness.
- [Grimaud](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/grimaud.md): The silent and loyal servant of Athos, a man of few words.
- [Mousqueton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/mousqueton.md): Porthos's devoted and portly servant, who shares his master's adventures.
- [Bazin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/bazin.md): Aramis's former servant, now a pious beadle.
- [Parry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/parry.md): The loyal servant of Charles II, who carries messages.
- [Biscarrat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/biscarrat.md): A young officer and friend of the musketeers, involved in the Belle-Isle affair.
- [De Wardes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/de_wardes.md): A rival of D'Artagnan and enemy of the musketeers.
- [Madame de Chevreuse](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/madame_de_chevreuse.md): A former intriguer and friend of Anne of Austria, still active in politics.
- [Marie de Mancini](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/marie_de_mancini.md): The niece of Mazarin and first love of King Louis XIV.
- [Duke of Buckingham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/duke_of_buckingham.md): A handsome and reckless English nobleman who courts Madame Henrietta.
- [Lord Rochester](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/lord_rochester.md): A witty and debauched English poet and courtier.
- [Madame de Bellière](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/madame_de_belliere.md): A beautiful and devoted friend of Fouquet.
- [Jean de La Fontaine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/jean_de_la_fontaine.md): A famous poet and friend of Fouquet, part of his literary circle.
- [Molière](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/moliere.md): A playwright and actor, friend of Fouquet and observer of court life.
- [Percerin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/percerin.md): The royal tailor, famous for his skill and wit.
- [Menneville](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/menneville.md): A shady character in the service of Colbert.
- [Vanel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/vanel.md): A corrupt financier and enemy of Fouquet.
- [Marguerite Vanel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/marguerite_vanel.md): The wife of Vanel, who betrays Fouquet out of jealousy.
- [Athenaïs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/athenais.md): A beautiful and ambitious young woman at court.
- [Mary Grafton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/mary_grafton.md): A young Englishwoman, a favorite of Queen Henrietta Maria.
- [Lucy Stewart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/lucy_stewart.md): A beautiful English lady-in-waiting to Madame Henrietta.
- [Madame de Montespan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/madame_de_montespan.md): A future royal mistress, appearing as a young woman at court.
- [Le Duc de Beaufort](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/le_duc_de_beaufort.md): A former Frondeur and grandson of Henry IV, leading an expedition.
- [Le Prince de Condé](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/le_prince_de_conde.md): A great general and prince of the blood, a former rebel.
- [Madame de Motteville](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/madame_de_motteville.md): A lady-in-waiting and memoirist to Anne of Austria.
- [Guénaud](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/guenaud.md): The physician attending Cardinal Mazarin.
- [Brienne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/brienne.md): A secretary of state under Mazarin and Louis XIV.
- [Lyonne](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/lyonne.md): A minister and secretary of state for foreign affairs.
- [Le Chevalier de Lorraine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/le_chevalier_de_lorraine.md): A favorite and possible lover of Monsieur, involved in court intrigues.
- [Madame de Navailles](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/madame_de_navailles.md): The governess of the royal children, a strict courtier.
- [Mademoiselle de Tonnay-Charente](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/mademoiselle_de_tonnay_charente.md): A young lady at court, later known as Madame de Montespan.
- [Marchiali](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/marchiali.md): The mysterious prisoner in the Bastille, later revealed to be Philippe.
- [Seldon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/seldon.md): A fellow prisoner of Marchiali in the Bastille.
- [Jonathan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/jonathan.md): A servant or minor character, possibly a jailer.
- [Toby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/toby.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or messenger.
- [Cropole](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/cropole.md): An innkeeper at the Corne du Cerf in Melun.
- [The Théatin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/the_theatin.md): A monk who serves as a messenger and spy for Aramis.
- [Pittrino](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/pittrino.md): A servant or assistant to Aramis, involved in his schemes.
- [Vatel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/vatel.md): The famous maître d'hôtel of Fouquet, known for his perfectionism.
- [Lenôtre](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/lenotre.md): The famous landscape gardener who designed Vaux-le-Vicomte.
- [Le Brun](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/le_brun.md): The painter who decorated Vaux-le-Vicomte.
- [Madame Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/madame_fouquet.md): The mother of Nicolas Fouquet, a pious and influential woman.
- [The Abbé Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/the_abbe_fouquet.md): The brother of Nicolas Fouquet, a churchman.
- [Lyodot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/lyodot.md): A financier and friend of Fouquet, executed by Colbert.
- [D'Artagnan's Servant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/d_artagnan_s_servant.md): An unnamed servant who assists D'Artagnan.
- [Gétard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/getard.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or official.
- [Jupenet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/jupenet.md): A minor character, possibly a poet or writer.
- [Loret](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/loret.md): A minor poet and journalist in Fouquet's circle.
- [Conrart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/conrart.md): A minor poet and member of the Académie Française.
- [Pélisson](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/pelisson.md): A loyal friend and secretary to Fouquet.

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