Book I: The Robe
Protagonist; a young lawyer who swears revenge after his friend's death and becomes a revolutionary orator and actor.
The Republican
Debates politics with Philippe, expressing skepticism about revolution and human nature.
II: The Aristocrat
Visits Gavrillac with Philippe; observes the Marquis's courtship of Aline with critical detachment; feels disillusioned by Aline's reception of the Marquis.
III: The Eloquence of M. de Vilmorin
André-Louis is present as Philippe's friend and tries to warn him of the trap set by the Marquis. He is quick to sense danger and attempts to protect Philippe.
IV: The Heritage
Witnesses the duel, holds his dying friend, accuses the Marquis of cowardice, and swears to inherit Philippe's eloquence and mission.
The Lord of Gavrillac
Determined to seek justice for Philippe's murder, he confronts his godfather and resolves to go to Rennes despite opposition.
The Windmill
Confronts the King's Lieutenant, demanding justice for the murder of Philippe de Vilmorin, displaying courage and oratory skill.
VII: The Wind
Delivers a fiery speech from the statue's plinth, denouncing the nobility and avenging Philippe de Vilmorin.
Omnes Omnibus
Rides to Nantes as a delegate of the Third Estate, delivers a revolutionary speech under the alias 'Omnes Omnibus'.
IX: The Aftermath
Flees after his speech at Rennes, binds the ferryman Fresnel, and refuses Aline's offer to seek help from the Marquis.
Book II: The Buskin
Joins Binet's troupe and adopts the role of Scaramouche, using the stage to voice revolutionary sentiments.
I: The Trespassers
Flees Gavrillac after his denunciation of M. de Lesdiguières, takes shelter in a hay barn, and later uses his wits and a coin to save a troupe of players from arrest.
II: The Service of Thespis
Joins the Binet troupe as a replacement for Félicien, using his wit and knowledge of theatre to secure a position.
III: The Comic Muse
Now going by the stage name Parvissimus, he demonstrates his rhetorical skill and literary knowledge by convincing Binet to adapt Molière and Beaumarchais, effectively becoming the real author of the new canevas.
Exit Monsieur Parvissimus
Blackmailed by Binet into playing Scaramouche; reluctantly agrees and becomes the troupe's doorkeeper and author.
V: Enter Scaramouche
Now fully embracing his role as Scaramouche, he uses a Spanish accent to disguise his voice and turns stage fright into comedic triumph.
VI: Climène
Now fully established as Scaramouche, he excels in performances, negotiates a raise, and pursues Climène, revealing his ambition and romantic interest.
VII: The Conquest of Nantes
Now fully embracing his role as Scaramouche, he orchestrates the troupe's successful Nantes debut with bold marketing and a refined performance style, while also announcing his engagement to Climène.
VIII: The Dream
Reveals to Aline that he has joined the Binet troupe as Scaramouche and intends to marry Climène; defends Climène's honor against Aline's scorn.
IX: The Awakening
Performs as Scaramouche; struggles with jealousy and concern over Climène's involvement with the Marquis; confronts Climène about her behavior.
XI: The Fracas at the Théâtre Feydau
Tormented by Climène's absence with the Marquis, he reveals his hidden fury to Leandre and publicly insults Binet at dinner, threatening him with a pistol.
Book III: The Sword
Continues his transformation into Scaramouche, honing his swordsmanship and using his wit and skill to challenge the aristocracy.
I: Transition
Narrates his flight from Nantes, destitution in Paris, and philosophical reflections; takes work at a fencing academy and develops a new theory of fencing.
II: Quos Deus Vult Perdere
Observes the political events in Paris, encounters the Marquis de La Tour d'Azyr, and witnesses the death of his friend Bertrand des Amis.
III: President Le Chapelier
Now chief of the fencing academy, prosperous and physically transformed by constant swordplay. Visits Le Chapelier in Versailles, inquires about Gavrillac and La Tour d'Azyr.
IV: Interlude
Busy with his fencing academy, contemplates expanding; learns of his godfather's move to Meudon and eventually visits.
V: At Meudon
Visits his godfather at Meudon seeking reconciliation, refuses to repent for his revolutionary actions, and leaves rejected.
Madame de Plougastel
Defends his revolutionary ideals to Mme. de Plougastel, recounts his past as a player and his personal grievances, and is later reconciled with his godfather.
VII: Politicians
Considers using his position as a representative to legally provoke a duel with La Tour d'Azyr, reflecting on his moral and legal obstacles.
VIII: The Spadassinicides
Returns to the National Assembly as deputy-suppléant for Lagron, delivers a provocative speech, and duels and kills Chabrillane.
IX: The Paladin of the Third
Kills Chabrillane in a duel and wounds several other noblemen; confronts La Tour d'Azyr and arranges a duel; later prays to Philippe de Vilmorin's spirit.
X: Torn Pride
Referenced as the object of the Marquis's hatred and jealousy; seen as the evil genius of the Marquis's life; Aline pleads for his life.
XI: The Returning Carriage
Cold and formal with Aline, misinterpreting her concern; resolute in his duel with La Tour d'Azyr, driven by his oath on Philippe de Vilmorin's hand.
XII: Inferences
Duels with the Marquis, intending to kill him but only wounds his arm; later infers Aline's love for the Marquis and regrets his actions.
XIII: Towards the Climax
Sent as a plenipotentiary to Brittany, recalled to Paris; continues as deputy and fencing master; invests in German property.
XIV: The Overwhelming Reason
Returns to Meudon, uses his authority as a representative to secure a safe-conduct for Aline, and learns that Mme. de Plougastel is his mother.
XV: Sanctuary
Arrives at the house disguised as an official with a tricolour sash, revealing his identity to Mme. de Plougastel.
The Barrier
Confronts the Marquis, learns he is his father, and spares him despite the threat to their safety.
Safe-Conduct
Discovers he is the son of the Marquis and Mme. de Plougastel; offers his father a safe-conduct and demands they part forever.
Sunrise
Reveals his sleepless night, his decision to emigrate, and his true motive for opposing La Tour d'Azyr: to save Aline from a loveless marriage.
