Henry Lakington

Captain Hugh Drummond

Drummond's sinister and sadistic adversary, often acting as Peterson's lieutenant.

Carl Peterson

Peterson's chief henchman and accomplice in criminal operations.

The Duchess of Lampshire

Lakington often targets or manipulates the Duchess as part of his schemes.

Captain Hugh Drummond

Drummond's sinister and sadistic adversary, often acting as Peterson's lieutenant.

Captain Hugh Drummond

Drummond's sinister and sadistic adversary, often acting as Peterson's lieutenant.

Carl Peterson

Peterson's chief henchman and accomplice in criminal operations.

Carl Peterson

Peterson's chief henchman and accomplice in criminal operations.

The Duchess of Lampshire

Lakington often targets or manipulates the Duchess as part of his schemes.

The Duchess of Lampshire

Lakington often targets or manipulates the Duchess as part of his schemes.

In Which He Takes Tea at the Carlton and Is Surprised

A brilliant but unscrupulous scientist and criminal, described by Phyllis as the second most dangerous man in England, who wants to marry her.

Chapter II

Described as a brilliant but criminal scientist involved in burglary and murder.

In Which He Journeys to Godalming and the Game Begins

Spotted by Drummond in a passing Rolls-Royce, confirming his presence in Godalming.

I

Owner of The Elms, described as a nasty man with a nasty face, accused by Miss Benton of being a criminal.

II

Seen in the Rolls-Royce; speaks with Drummond during the fake breakdown.

Chapter III

Produces a thumbscrew to force the man to sign; is knocked out by Drummond.

III: In Which Things Happen in Half Moon Street

Mentioned as having his jaw broken by Drummond in the previous chapter.

II

Mentioned by Peterson as having a fractured jaw from the previous night's encounter.

Chapter II

His room of ill-gotten treasures is the target of Drummond's exploration.

III

Mentioned as having a broken jaw from the previous night's events.

IV

Mentioned by Phyllis as a brute she hates.

Chapter III: The Drugging at Goring Bungalow

Leads the attack, uses gas to drug the group, and expresses cold fury and a desire for artistic revenge on Drummond.

III

Seen by Drummond pressing his face against the window of the bungalow during the drugging incident.

In Which He Spends an Hour or Two on a Roof

Sits at the table with malevolent fury, later performs the chemical disposal of the body and admires a box of diamonds.

I

Peterson's lieutenant, reveals he drugged Drummond and anticipates his torment.

II

Furious and shouting orders, expresses anger at losing Drummond and at Ivolsky's death.

Chapter III

Administers an injection to Potts, disposes of a corpse in a chemical bath, and discusses the plot with Peterson.

I

A menacing figure who attempts to shoot Drummond from the roof but is thwarted when Drummond reveals the audience below; he vows revenge.

I

Mentioned as Peterson's associate in the criminal combine, described as 'a nasty man.'

X: In Which the Hun Nation Decreases by One

Sadistically kicks and whips Drummond and Sinclair; reveals the forged note; leaves for the night, planning to return tomorrow.

I

Sneering and sadistic; orchestrates the trap, kicks and whips Drummond and Sinclair, kisses Phyllis against her will, and threatens future torture.

III

Mentioned as being away, attempting to steal the Duchess of Lampshire's pearls.

XI: In Which Lakington Plays His Last "Coup"

Disguised as Indian entertainer Ram Dar, steals a Chinese cabinet, and later dies after being forced into an acid bath and struck by his own booby-trap.

I

Mentioned as a target; Drummond intends to kill him and plans to give him a shock before the end.

II

Disguised as the Indian entertainer Mr. Ram Dar, he performs mystic tricks and orchestrates the theft of the Duchess's pearls.

III

Returns to The Elms with the stolen pearls, prepares an acid bath for his enemies, and is horrified to discover the substitution.

Chapter II

Reported dead; involved in drugging Potts and the criminal plot.