# The Wyvern Mystery — Character guide

> Key figures in The Wyvern Mystery by J. Sheridan Le Fanu.

- [Harry Fairfield](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/harry_fairfield.md): Eldest son of the Fairfield family, a soldier and central figure in the story.
- [Charles Fairfield](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/charles_fairfield.md): Younger son of the Fairfield family, often in conflict with his brother Harry.
- [Alice Maybell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/alice_maybell.md): A young woman at the center of the Fairfield family's drama and romance.
- [Mildred Tarnley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/mildred_tarnley.md): An old servant or housekeeper at Wyvern, often providing warnings and gossip.
- [Lady Wyndale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/old_lady_wyndale.md): A kind elderly noblewoman who takes an interest in Alice Maybell's welfare.
- [Dulcibella Crane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/dulcibella_crane.md): A loyal old servant to Alice Maybell, often protective and superstitious.
- [Tom Tarnley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tom_tarnley.md): A servant or local man associated with the Tarnley household.
- [Sergeant-Major Archdale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/sergeant_major_archdale.md): A military man and associate of Harry Fairfield, involved in later events.
- [Tom Orange](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tom_orange.md): A character appearing in the latter part of the book, connected to a subplot.
- [Bertha Velderkaust](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/bertha_velderkaust.md): A mysterious or troubled woman who becomes a key figure in the plot.
- [Old Squire Harry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/old_squire_harry.md): The aging patriarch of the Fairfield family, proud and stubborn.
- [Lilly Dogger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/lilly_dogger.md): A frightened young servant girl who becomes involved in the household's secrets.
- [Tom Ward](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tom_ward.md): An old servant or local figure at Wyvern, often delivering messages.
- [Ry](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/ry.md): A pet name or term of endearment for a character, possibly a child.
- [Old Squire Fairfield](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/old_squire_fairfield.md): Another reference to the Fairfield patriarch, possibly distinct from Old Squire Harry.
- [Tom Clinton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tom_clinton.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local man.
- [Squire Rodney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/squire_rodney.md): A neighboring squire who interacts with the Fairfield family.
- [Marjory Trevellian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/marjory_trevellian.md): A kind woman who appears in a later chapter, offering help or refuge.
- [Thomas Rooke](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/thomas_rooke.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Miss Molly Archdale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/miss_molly_archdale.md): A young woman connected to the Archdale family, possibly a love interest.
- [Master Willie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/master_willie.md): A young boy, possibly a child in the Fairfield household.
- [Dobbs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/dobbs.md): A servant or local man, occasionally mentioned in dialogue.
- [Doctor Willett](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/doctor_willett.md): The local doctor who attends to characters in the story.
- [Mr. Archdale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/mr_archdale.md): A gentleman from Noulton, possibly a relative or acquaintance.
- [Tom Sherwood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tom_sherwood.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local tradesman.
- [Harry Boots](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/harry_boots.md): A minor character, possibly a nickname for a servant.
- [Mrs. Crane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/mrs_crane.md): Possibly the same as Dulcibella Crane, or a separate relative.
- [Willie Fairlace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/willie_fairlace.md): A young boy, possibly a servant or local child.
- [Tony](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tony.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local man.
- [Tom Pennecuick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/tom_pennecuick.md): A minor character, possibly a local farmer or servant.
- [Jim Slade](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/jim_slade.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Peregrine Hincks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/peregrine_hincks.md): A minor character, possibly a lawyer or official.
- [Marjory Daw](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/marjory_daw.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local woman.
- [Mark Topham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/mark_topham.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local man.
- [Lord Tremaine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/lord_tremaine.md): A nobleman mentioned in passing, possibly a local landowner.
- [Parson Winyard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/parson_winyard.md): The local parson, occasionally involved in the story.
- [Mrs. Buttle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/mrs_buttle.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local woman.
- [Mrs. Durdin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/mrs_durdin.md): A minor character, possibly an elderly local woman.
- [Miss Maddox](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/miss_maddox.md): A minor character, possibly a governess or companion.
- [Dick Dutton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_wyvern_mystery_se/characters/dick_dutton.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or local man.

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