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Viscount de Valmont

A brilliant, idle aristocrat who treats seduction as a campaign and ruin as a trophy, hunting the virtuous to prove nothing is beyond him.

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Also known as Valmont, M. de Valmont, Viscount Valmont, the Viscount de Valmont

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Introduced as a master manipulator and seducer, plotting his conquests.

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Valmont arrives at his aunt's country estate already notorious, a man whose conquests are counted in ruined reputations and who has never met a woman he could not dangle after. His one exception is Merteuil, whose resistance both stings and fascinates him, and their correspondence becomes a duel of vanity dressed as friendship. When a wager draws him toward the devout Madame de Tourvel, his sport turns into the story's central test: whether a man who has made a science of indifference can be caught by the very feeling he mocks.

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Marchioness de Merteuil
psychological · negative
A manipulative and obsessive partnership of mutual exploitation and rivalry, bound by… How this plays out →
Chevalier Danceny
rivalry · negative
Cecilia Volanges
psychological · negative
Count Gercourt
rivalry · negative
M. Bertrand
professional · positive
Sophia Carnay
social · ambivalent
Prevan
rivalry · negative
Marchioness de Merteuil
psychological · negative
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Marchioness de Merteuil
A manipulative and obsessive partnership of mutual exploitation and rivalry, bound by shared schemes and a toxic history.
Chevalier Danceny
Initially friendly, they become bitter rivals over Cecilia and later Merteuil, culminating in a duel.
Cecilia Volanges
Valmont seduces and corrupts the innocent Cecilia as part of his game with Merteuil.
Count Gercourt
Rivals in love and social standing, with Valmont actively working to cuckold Gercourt.
M. Bertrand
Bertrand is Valmont's devoted and long-suffering valet, managing his affairs.
Sophia Carnay
Casual acquaintances within the aristocratic social network, with no significant personal bond.
Prevan
Competing libertines who view each other as rivals in seduction and social games.
Marchioness de Merteuil
A manipulative and obsessive partnership of mutual exploitation and rivalry, bound by shared schemes and a toxic history.

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Introduced as a master manipulator and seducer, plotting his conquests.
Letter 2: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount Valmont, at the Castle of ⸻
The recipient of the letter; Merteuil commands him to return to Paris and undertake the seduction of Cecilia Volanges as part of her revenge scheme.
Letter 4: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; reveals his plan to seduce Madame de Tourvel, describing his strategic approach and disdain for easy conquests.
Letter 5: The Marchioness de Merteuil, to the Viscount Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Merteuil criticizes his obsession with Tourvel and his refusal to obey her plans.
Letter 6: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Defends Tourvel, recounts his seduction strategy, and expresses renewed passion.
Letter 8: Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Volanges
Visiting his aunt, Madame de Rosemonde; Tourvel finds him agreeable and candid, though she doubts his reform will last.
Letter 9: Madame de Volanges to the Presidente de Tourvel
Described as a false, dangerous, and calculating libertine who targets women.
Letter 10: The Marchioness de Merteuil, to Viscount Valmont
Merteuil's correspondent, accused of being a 'timid slave' to his love for Tourvel and neglecting his usual bold tactics.
Letter 11: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame Volanges
Defended by Tourvel as good-natured and respectful, with no amorous advances; his past and friendship with Merteuil are discussed.
Letter 15: Viscount Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; expresses jealousy and frustration over his lack of progress with Tourvel, and plots to use her surveillance to his advantage.
Letter 20: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount Valmont
Addressed by Merteuil; she demands he seduce Tourvel before she will take him back.
Letter 21: From Viscount Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his calculated act of charity and his satisfaction with the manipulation.
Letter 22: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Volanges
Performs a charitable act by paying a poor family's taxes and giving them money; denies the deed when questioned.
Letter 23: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his calculated seduction of Tourvel, revealing his strategic restraint and manipulative confession.
Letter 24: Viscount Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Author of the letter; expresses despair and love, manipulates Tourvel with emotional pleas.
Letter 25: Viscount Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his visit to Tourvel, describing his manipulative tactics and frustration at her resistance.
Letter 26: The Presidente de Tourvel to Viscount Valmont
Recipient of the letter; accused of insulting Tourvel with his declarations.
Letter 32: Madame de Volanges to the Presidente de Tourvel
Subject of Volanges' criticism; she describes him as a dangerous seducer who uses praise and ridicule to manipulate society.
Letter 33: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Merteuil criticizes his letter-writing approach and urges him to change tactics.
Letter 34: Viscount Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his ongoing seduction campaign, detailing his cunning methods to deliver letters to Tourvel despite her resistance.
Letter 35: Viscount Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Writes a letter of submission and defiance to Tourvel, professing his love while demanding to know his accusers.
Letter 36: Viscount Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Author of the letter; employs elaborate rhetoric to portray himself as a sincere, suffering lover while manipulating Tourvel.
Letter 37: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Volanges
Discussed as the subject of concern; Tourvel hopes to persuade him to leave the chateau.
Letter 38: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount Valmont
Recipient of Merteuil's letter; she urges him to hasten his seduction of Tourvel and to help manage Danceny.
Letter 40: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his calculated compliance with Tourvel's demands, setting conditions to maintain leverage in the seduction.
Letter 41: The Presidente de Tourvel to Viscount Valmont
The recipient of the letter; Tourvel accuses him of obstinately pursuing her and using her candor against her.
Letter 42: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Writes a letter of feigned obedience and suffering, manipulating Tourvel with requests for an interview and the names of his accusers.
Sequel to the Fortieth Letter
Valmont writes to Merteuil, detailing his manipulative plans and his failed attempt to search Tourvel's bureau for letters.
Letter 43: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
Addressee of the letter; Tourvel accuses him of bargaining for her gratitude and of breaking his promise to announce his departure.
Letter 44: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Exults in his discovery of Tourvel's love, but rages against Madame de Volanges's interference and plots revenge.
Letter 45: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Volanges
Has left the chateau, causing Madame de Rosemonde's grief and Tourvel's unease.
Letter 47: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his debauchery with Emily and the Dutchman, and his plan to visit Merteuil.
Letter 48: The Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Writes a highly emotional letter to Tourvel, describing his sleepless night and passionate agitation, and declaring his love while lamenting his exile.
Letter 50: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
Addressee of the letter; his passionate letter is criticized and his motives questioned.
Letter 51: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount Valmont
Merteuil's correspondent; she scolds him for being late and asks him to coach Danceny.
Letter 52: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Author of the letter; employs rhetorical and emotional manipulation to persuade Tourvel of his sincere love and to justify his past behavior.
Letter 53: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Reports on his manipulation of Danceny and plans to extract confessions.
Letter 56: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of the letter; Tourvel accuses him of persistent and manipulative pursuit.
Letter 57: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; reflects on his manipulation of Danceny and criticizes Merteuil's approach, while also flirting with her.
Letter 58: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Author of the letter; employs rhetorical manipulation to portray himself as a devoted, suffering lover.
Letter 59: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Valmont writes to Merteuil, annoyed by Danceny's romantic woes and seeking direction.
Letter 60: Chevalier Danceny to the Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of Danceny's plea; Danceny trusts him as a friend who understands love.
Letter 63: Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; instructed to act as confidant to Danceny and Cecilia and to facilitate their secret correspondence.
Letter 65: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges
Proposed as the intermediary and friend who will help Danceny and Cecilia continue their affair.
Letter 66: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Reports to Merteuil on his manipulation of Danceny and Cecilia, criticizes Danceny's scruples, and outlines contingency plans.
Letter 67: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Tourvel demands he renounce his passion and accept friendship.
Letter 68: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Writes a passionate letter rejecting Tourvel's offer of friendship and reaffirming his eternal love.
Letter 69: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny
Mentioned by Cecilia as someone she did not previously like but will now try to love because Danceny considers him a friend.
Letter 70: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Writes to Merteuil, reporting Prevan's challenge and outlining his calculated seduction of Tourvel, refusing her offer of friendship.
Letter 71: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates the letter, boasting of his seduction of the Viscountess de M⸺ and his clever ruse to save her from discovery.
Letter 72: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges
Mentioned as the friend who will deliver the letter and help reunite the lovers.
Letter 73: Viscount de Valmont to Cecilia Volanges
Writes to Cecilia, arranging secret correspondence and advising her on behavior to avoid detection.
Letter 74: Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Merteuil chides him for his jealousy and reminds him of her past assistance with Tourvel and Madame de Volanges.
Letter 75: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay
Praised by Cecilia as a very extraordinary and artful man who secretly delivers Danceny's letters and plans to arrange a meeting.
Letter 76: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrator; strategizes seduction of Tourvel and manipulation of Cecilia; delivers Danceny's letter to Cecilia.
Letter 77: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Author of the letter; expresses frustration and confusion at Tourvel's avoidance, defends his sincerity, and pleads for her to prescribe how he should behave.
Letter 78: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; accused of breaking promises, pursuing Tourvel relentlessly, and causing her public embarrassment.
Letter 79: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates the story of Prevan's adventure to Merteuil, expressing concern over her interest in Prevan and advising caution.
Letter 80: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges
Mentioned as a friend who promised help but has become neglectful and silent, absorbed in his own love affair.
Letter 81: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of Merteuil's letter; she criticizes his pride, awkwardness, and lack of strategic depth, contrasting his actions with her own.
Letter 82: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny
Mentioned as the intermediary who facilitates their secret correspondence, though he has not written to Danceny as requested.
Letter 83: Viscount de Valmont, to the Presidente de Tourvel
Author of the letter; employs seductive rhetoric to convince Tourvel of his virtuous intentions and to arrange a meeting.
Letter 84: Viscount de Valmont to Cecilia Volanges
Author of the letter; presents himself as a helpful friend to Danceny and Cecilia while orchestrating a scheme to gain access to Cecilia's room.
Letter 85: Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of the letter; Merteuil addresses him as her ally and expects gratitude for removing Prevan as a rival.
Letter 88: Cecilia Volanges to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; proposed the scheme for a duplicate key to facilitate Cecilia's secret correspondence with Danceny.
Letter 89: The Viscount de Valmont to the Chevalier Danceny
Writes to Danceny, feigning concern and offering advice while manipulating the situation to his own advantage.
Letter 90: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of the letter; Tourvel appeals to his supposed tender heart and friendship to grant her request.
Letter 91: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Writes a manipulative and passionate letter to Tourvel, pleading for a meeting and denying any danger he poses.
Letter 92: Chevalier Danceny to the Viscount de Valmont
Addressed as the recipient; Danceny thanks him for his friendship and asks for further details about his suspicions.
Letter 93: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges
Mentioned as Danceny's friend and the only person who can facilitate a meeting between Danceny and Cecilia.
Letter 94: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny
Mentioned as the one who proposed the key and as Danceny's friend, whom Cecilia resents for being favored over her.
Letter 95: Cecilia Volanges to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of Cecilia's letter; she asks him to return the key and to reassure Danceny.
Letter 96: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates the letter; boasts of his seduction of Cecilia and his enjoyment of Tourvel's resistance.
Letter 97: Cecilia Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Exploits the key to Cecilia's chamber to sexually assault her, manipulating her into silence and a promise of further visits.
Letter 99: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrator of the letter; describes his strategic patience with Tourvel and his irritation with Cecilia's resistance.
Letter 100: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Furious and humiliated by Tourvel's departure; vows revenge and plots to regain power over her.
Letter 101: The Viscount de Valmont to Azolan, His Huntsman
Issues detailed surveillance orders to his servant, demonstrating his manipulative and controlling nature.
Letter 102: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
The object of Tourvel's love; she credits his generosity for sparing her from complete ruin.
Letter 103: Madame de Rosemonde to the Presidente de Tourvel
Referred to indirectly as the unnamed object of Tourvel's love; Rosemonde notes he was greatly affected by Tourvel's departure.
Letter 105: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Cecilia Volanges
Referenced as the seducer of Cecilia; Merteuil advises Cecilia to reconcile with him and deliver the letter to him.
Letter 106: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Criticized for his lack of skill in seduction; tasked with executing Merteuil's plan for Cecilia.
Letter 107: Azolan to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of Azolan's report; Azolan follows his orders and seeks his approval.
Letter 108: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
The object of Tourvel's love and torment; she mentions his letter and his apparent distress at her departure.
Letter 109: Cecilia Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Cecilia's seducer; he visits her at night, tells her comical stories about her mother, and proposes they meet in his chamber to avoid discovery.
Letter 110: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrator of the letter; describes his dual state of happiness and misery, his frustration with Tourvel's resistance, and his successful seduction of Cecilia.
Letter 112: Madame de Rosemonde to the Presidente de Tourvel
Slightly indisposed; his retreat and altered temper are noted by Rosemonde.
Letter 113: Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Criticized for his absence and romantic pursuit of Tourvel; Merteuil mocks his lack of invention and urges him to return.
Letter 114: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
Subject of Tourvel's worry; his sudden apathy and lack of correspondence alarm her.
Letter 115: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; boasts of his seductions and plans to abandon Tourvel.
Letter 117: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny
Dictates the letter to Cecilia, manipulating her correspondence to serve his own ends.
Letter 119: Madame de Rosemonde to the Presidente de Tourvel
Described as misanthropic, attending mass regularly, and appearing altered.
Letter 120: Viscount de Valmont to Father Anselmus
Writes to Father Anselmus, feigning repentance and requesting an interview with Madame de Tourvel to return papers and apologize.
Letter 122: Madame de Rosemonde to the Presidente de Tourvel
Rosemonde's nephew, found writing, pale and dejected, speaking of a great affair and seeking forgiveness in a manner that deeply disturbs his aunt.
Letter 123: Father Anselmus to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; his request for a visit is granted on condition it is the last; urged to pursue conversion.
Letter 124: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
Reported to have reformed; plans to return Tourvel's letters.
Letter 125: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates his successful seduction of Tourvel, analyzing his tactics and his own unexpected feelings.
Letter 126: Madame de Rosemonde to the Presidente de Tourvel
Discussed as the object of Tourvel's passion; Rosemonde suggests he may be reformed by her example.
Letter 127: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of Merteuil's letter; his proposition is harshly criticized and dismissed.
Letter 128: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
Central to Tourvel's confession; she has devoted herself entirely to him and his happiness.
Letter 129: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; defends his actions and reaffirms his devotion to Merteuil.
Letter 131: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Merteuil addresses his proposal and criticizes him for not sending Tourvel's letter as agreed.
Letter 132: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
Defended by Tourvel as a man of delicacy and genuine love, contrasting with the negative impressions others have given.
Letter 133: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Defends his obsession with Tourvel as a scientific study of rare sensibility, not love; boasts of his control over the Volanges affair and his loyalty to Merteuil.
Letter 134: Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Merteuil accuses him of being in love with Madame de Tourvel and critiques his proposed scheme.
Letter 135: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
Accused of betrayal and deception; seen by Tourvel with a courtesan at the opera.
Letter 136: The Presidente de Tourvel to the Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of the letter, accused of destroying her sentiment and exposing her to insult.
Letter 137: Viscount de Valmont to the Presidente de Tourvel
Writes a defensive and manipulative letter to Tourvel, denying any insult and pleading for her forgiveness.
Letter 138: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates the letter; defends his lack of love for Tourvel by recounting his night with Emily and his plan to reconcile with Tourvel.
Letter 139: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Rosemonde
Defended by Tourvel as innocent and loving, with his infidelity dismissed as a trivial error.
Letter 140: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Narrates the letter, expressing frustration at Merteuil's silence and detailing the accident with Cecilia.
Letter 141: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Merteuil criticizes his obstinacy and his contradictory behavior toward Tourvel, and warns him that his preference for her may cost him their alliance.
Letter 142: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; he has copied and sent Merteuil's model to Tourvel and awaits her reply.
Letter 144: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Valmont writes to Merteuil, gloating over Tourvel's retreat to a convent and planning further manipulations.
Letter 145: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Merteuil accuses him of still loving Tourvel and of being driven by vanity.
Letter 146: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Chevalier Danceny
Mentioned as someone Merteuil intends to keep her arrival secret from.
Letter 149: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde
Implied as the sender of the letter that triggers Tourvel's relapse.
Letter 151: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Accuses Merteuil of deceit and demands an end to her affair with Danceny.
Letter 152: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient; accused of being jealous and less charming than before.
Letter 153: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Writes an ultimatum to Merteuil, demanding she choose between love and enmity.
Letter 154: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde
Wrote to Madame de Volanges asking her to act as mediator with Tourvel; his sincerity is doubted by Madame de Volanges.
Letter 155: The Viscount de Valmont to the Chevalier Danceny
Writes to Danceny, revealing his knowledge of Danceny's affairs and manipulating his choices.
Letter 156: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny
Mentioned as the friend who will deliver Cecilia's letter to Danceny.
Letter 157: The Chevalier Danceny to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient of the letter; Danceny thanks him for guidance and inquires about his pursuit of Tourvel.
Letter 158: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil
Author of the letter; boasts of manipulating Danceny and Cecilia for Merteuil's benefit.
Letter 159: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont
Recipient; criticized for his jesting and overconfidence.
Letter 160: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde
Implied as the intended recipient of Tourvel's letter, though it was never addressed.
Letter 161: The Presidente de Tourvel
Addressed throughout as the 'cruel and mischievous being' who has tormented and ruined her; appears in her hallucination both as a monster and as a lover.
Letter 162: Chevalier Danceny to the Viscount de Valmont
The recipient of the challenge; Danceny accuses him of basely sporting with him and bragging of his treachery.
Letter 163: M. Bertrand to Madame de Rosemonde
Killed in a duel with Chevalier Danceny; died after receiving extreme unction.
Letter 164: Madame de Rosemonde to M. Bertrand
Deceased nephew; his death is the subject of the letter, and his memory is to be avenged.
Letter 165: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde
His death is mentioned as the cause of Tourvel's final anguish; she prays for God's mercy upon him.
Letter 166: M. Bertrand to Madame de Rosemonde
Deceased; his honor would be tainted if the prosecution proceeds.
Letter 167: Anonymous to the Chevalier Danceny
Mentioned as the other party in the duel that is now under scrutiny by the King's counsel.
Letter 168: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde
Deceased; rumored to have left letters exposing Merteuil's conduct.
Letter 169: The Chevalier Danceny to Madame de Rosemonde
Deceased; Danceny references their duel and Valmont's role in providing the correspondence.
Letter 171: Madame de Rosemonde to the Chevalier Danceny
Madame de Rosemonde's deceased nephew, whose loss she mourns despite acknowledging his faults.
Endnotes
Referenced in notes regarding his past with Merteuil and Gercourt, and his profligate nature.

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