El Dorado · Character

Sir Andrew Ffoulkes

The Pimpernel's steadiest lieutenant, whose quiet faith and loyalty hold the League together when its leader is beyond reach.

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Also known as Sir Andrew Ffoulkes, Ffoulkes, Sir Andrew

First appearance: el dorado

As a supporting figure in El Dorado, Sir Andrew Ffoulkes is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Listed among the married members of the League who leave wife and children at the chief's call.

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Sir Andrew Ffoulkes stands at Marguerite's side as hope drains away, offering the calm courage she cannot summon for herself. When Percy's letter arrives, he insists they follow it word for word, neither more nor less, trusting his friend's judgment even when it seems to abandon him. His quiet strength and unwavering obedience make him the anchor of the rescue effort in Percy's absence.

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Widely Divergent Aims
Listed among the married members of the League who leave wife and children at the chief's call.
The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel
Present at the meeting, he is one of the trusted members of the League assigned to the rescue operation.
XIV: The Chief
Mentioned as being at La Villette; Armand is to join him and send Tony to St. Germain.
The Gate of La Villette
Works alongside Armand as a coal-heaver during the day but disappears, leaving Armand without a confidant.
Back to Paris
Assists Percy with the coal-cart and horse, and accompanies him to the rendezvous with Hastings and Tony.
The News
Relays the news of Percy's capture and agrees to lead Marguerite to Paris for the rescue.
XXV: Paris Once More
Disguised as a farrier, he spies on Héron and de Batz, learning of Percy's torture and the Dauphin's substitution. He reports back to Marguerite.
The Bitterest Foe
Leaves to gather news of Armand, promising to return by nine.
XXVII: In the Conciergerie
Accompanies Marguerite to the prison, provides her with the files and dagger, and waits outside to escort her home.
XXIX: For the Sake of That Helpless Innocent
Mentioned as recipient of Percy's instructions for the Dauphin's escape; searched prison registers for Armand.
XXXI: An Interlude
Devoted comrade who listens to Marguerite's account, plans to escort her to the Rue de Charonne, and hides his own despondency while trying to cheer her.
The Letter
Escorts the fugitives out of Paris while Marguerite returns to her lodgings.
XLI: When Hope Was Dead
Stays by Marguerite's side throughout the crisis, helps her open the packet, and is about to deliver Percy's letter to de Batz when Marguerite is arrested.

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