Clovis Sangrail

Mrs. Peter Pigeoncote

Clovis and Mrs. Pigeoncote are frequent social acquaintances, likely moving in the same upper-class circles.

Septimus Brope

Clovis and Septimus are close friends or allies, sharing many interactions and likely mutual interests.

Bertie van Tahn

Bertie and Clovis are friends and frequent companions in social settings.

Jane Martlet

Clovis and Jane are friends or witty companions, often interacting in social contexts.

Lady Drakmanton

Clovis and Lady Drakmanton are friends and frequent social companions.

Mrs. Peter Pigeoncote

Clovis and Mrs. Pigeoncote are frequent social acquaintances, likely moving in the same upper-class circles.

Mrs. Peter Pigeoncote

Clovis and Mrs. Pigeoncote are frequent social acquaintances, likely moving in the same upper-class circles.

Septimus Brope

Clovis and Septimus are close friends or allies, sharing many interactions and likely mutual interests.

Bertie van Tahn

Bertie and Clovis are friends and frequent companions in social settings.

Bertie van Tahn

Bertie and Clovis are friends and frequent companions in social settings.

Jane Martlet

Clovis and Jane are friends or witty companions, often interacting in social contexts.

Lady Drakmanton

Clovis and Lady Drakmanton are friends and frequent social companions.

Reginald

The narrator who persuades Reginald to attend and later regrets it.

Reginald at the Carlton

Mentioned indirectly through Reginald's style; not directly present.

Reginald's Drama

The 'Other' who engages Reginald in conversation about the drama.

Reginald's Rubaiyat

Implied listener of Reginald's story, addressed as 'you' in the final paragraph.

The Innocence of Reginald

The unnamed 'Other' who converses with Reginald and suggests a fortnight in Paris.

Reginald in Russia

Mentioned indirectly as a type; Reginald's wit and style echo Clovis's characteristic flippancy.

The Soul of Laploshka

The narrator of the story, who tricks Laploshka into paying for a meal and later struggles to dispose of the two francs in a way that satisfies Laploshka's spirit.

The Matchmaker

The protagonist of the chapter; he dines with a friend and explains his scheme to get his mother remarried, having selected a military man from the club.

Tobermory

Maintains composure during the crisis, privately considering bribery with mice.

Wratislav

Observes that the Gräfin's elder sons making deplorable marriages is a family habit.

The Unrest-Cure

Impersonates a bishop's secretary to orchestrate an elaborate and terrifying 'Unrest-cure' for the overly sedate J. P. Huddle.

The Background

Clovis is the listener in the framing narrative, hearing the journalist's tale of Henri Deplis.

Adrian

Satellite in the Mebberley constellation; writes letters to Lucas detailing Adrian's outrageous behavior at Dohledorf.

The Jesting of Arlington Stringham

Dines with the Stringhams and makes witty remarks about meringues and his aunt.

The Stampeding of Lady Bastable

The mischievous young man who stages a false jacquerie to embarrass Lady Bastable and avoid an unwanted stay.

Ministers of Grace

Not directly present in the excerpts; no evidence of appearance in this chapter.

Filboid Studge

Appears at the end to comment on Mark's ironic success.

Esmé

Listener to the Baroness's hunting story; interjects with skeptical commentary.

The Chaplet

Narrates the story of the tragedy at the Grand Sybaris Hotel to his friend.

Mrs. Packletide's Tiger

Makes a witty suggestion about a primeval dance party at the County Costume Ball, teasing Mrs. Packletide about her Diana costume.

A Matter of Sentiment

Leads the covert discussions about the race and orchestrates the scheme to get inside information from the butler.

The Peace Offering

Stage-manager and adapter of the Greek play; insists on the Sumurun manner and prioritizes his charioteer role, leading to conflict with the Baroness.

The Recessional

Writing a Durbar Recessional poem in a Turkish bath, having bet Loona Bimberton he can write coronation-style verse.

The Talking-Out of Tarrington

Volunteers to distract Mr. Tarrington, using witty and nonsensical talk to drive him away.

The Secret Sin of Septimus Brope

Investigates Septimus Brope's secret, negotiates a deal to write a new song, and arranges a trip abroad.

The Story of St. Vespaluus

Narrates the story of St. Vespaluus to the baroness, rearranging cushions for comfort and displaying his characteristic wit.

The Way to the Dairy

Narrates the story of the Brimley Bomefields to the Baroness.

The Schartz-Metterklume Method

Not directly present, but the story's tone and Lady Carlotta's wit echo Clovis's characteristic mischief.

The She-Wolf

Orchestrates the prank by borrowing Lord Pabham's she-wolf Louisa and staging the illusion of transforming Mary Hampton into a wolf, then claims credit for Siberian magic.

Shock Tactics

Devises the hoax of sending spoof letters from 'Clotilde' to teach Bertie's mother a lesson about opening letters.

The Hen

Protagonist who orchestrates a scheme to make Jane Martlet leave by exploiting her fear of a supposedly delusional butler.

The Feast of Nemesis

Proposes the concept of Nemesis Day and suggests elaborate, vindictive pranks.

Cousin Teresa

Mentioned as knowing most associates by sight and commenting on Lucas's appearance as protective mimicry.

The Forbidden Buzzards

Devises a clever lie about Lanner's egg-collecting obsession to protect the buzzards and aid Hugo's romantic interests.

Clovis on Parental Responsibilities

Engages in a witty and provocative dialogue with Mrs. Eggelby, challenging her parental pride and social conventions.

The Brogue

Advisor to the Mullet family, devises schemes to prevent Mr. Penricarde from riding the Brogue.

The Almanac

Engages in conversation with Vera about the almanac and later fabricates a story to frighten Jocelyn Vanner.

The Oversight

Mentioned as having put a wasp down Selina Goobie's back to test Christian Science beliefs, causing a previous house party upheaval.

Canossa

Not directly present in this chapter; no character from the provided excerpts matches Clovis Sangrail.

Fate

Confidant who warns Rex against rash betting.

The Romance of Business

Margaret's nephew, who listens to her tale and comments on the 'Romance of Business.'

Louise

Mentioned as having irreverently commented on Lady Beanford's imaginary ill-health.

Clovis on the Alleged Romance of Business

Delivers a monologue dismissing the romance of business, praising the adventurous origins of trade goods.