# The Huntsman of Soest — The Adventurous Simplicissimus character guide > The Huntsman of Soest in The Adventurous Simplicissimus by Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen. **Role:** minor **Also known as:** Soest, The Huntsman, the Huntsman, Huntsman **First appearance:** 0093-xxiv-how-the-huntsman-caught-a-hare-in-the-middle-of-a-town ## Who they are A legendary marksman and trickster whose exploits Simplicissimus hears of. ## Relationships ### [Wesel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/characters/wesel) _professional_ The Huntsman of Soest and Wesel have a professional relationship, possibly as fellow soldiers or hunters. ### [Wesel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/characters/wesel) _professional_ The Huntsman of Soest and Wesel have a professional relationship, possibly as fellow soldiers or hunters. ## In the story ### [X: Discourseth of Naught but Heroes and Famous Artists](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/x-discourseth-of-naught-but-heroes-and-famous-artists) Referred to as 'my master' who supports Simplicissimus's role as a fool. ### [Of Simplicissimus’ Life with the Troopers, and What He Saw and Learned Among the Croats](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xv-of-simplicissimus-life-with-the-troopers-and-what-he-saw-and-learned-among-the-croats) Referenced indirectly as 'Melander,' who cut off many troopers and sent them prisoner to Cassel. ### [How Simplicissimus Became a Fool Again as He Had Been a Fool Before](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xix-how-simplicissimus-became-a-fool-again-as-he-had-been-a-fool-before) Not directly present, but Simplicissimus's earlier disguise as the huntsman is implied by his asses' ears. ### [XXI: Is Somewhat Shorter and More Entertaining Than the Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxi-is-somewhat-shorter-and-more-entertaining-than-the-last) Referred to as the colonel; takes Simplicissimus hunting and listens to his foolish advice. ### [XXV: How Simplicissimus Was Transformed from a Boy Into a Girl and Fell Into Divers Adventures of Love](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxv-how-simplicissimus-was-transformed-from-a-boy-into-a-girl-and-fell-into-divers-adventures-of-love) Implied as the narrator (Simplicissimus) in this chapter, reflecting on prophecies and his own adventures. ### [XXIX: How a Notably Pious Soldier Fared in Paradise, and How the Huntsman Filled His Place](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxix-how-a-notably-pious-soldier-fared-in-paradise-and-how-the-huntsman-filled-his-place) The convent's huntsman teaches Simplicissimus hunting arts; Simplicissimus becomes known as the 'little huntsman.' ### [How the Huntsman Carried Himself When He Began to Learn the Trade of War: Wherefrom a Young Soldier May Learn Somewhat](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxx-how-the-huntsman-carried-himself-when-he-began-to-learn-the-trade-of-war-wherefrom-a-young-soldier-may-learn-somewhat) The protagonist of this chapter, a young soldier who gains fame through daring raids and clever tactics. ### [XXXI: How the Devil Stole the Parson’s Bacon and How the Huntsman Caught Himself](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxxi-how-the-devil-stole-the-parson-s-bacon-and-how-the-huntsman-caught-himself) The narrator and protagonist, who orchestrates the theft of the parson's bacon and bread to feed his starving men, and later sends a ring as recompense. ### [Book III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/book-iii) A skilled and cunning soldier who interacts with Simplicissimus, representing the brutal and opportunistic nature of war. ### [How the Huntsman Went Too Far to the Left Hand](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/i-how-the-huntsman-went-too-far-to-the-left-hand) Narrator and protagonist, describes his ambitious schemes and growing notoriety. ### [II: How the Huntsman of Soest Did Rid Himself of the Huntsman of Wesel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/ii-how-the-huntsman-of-soest-did-rid-himself-of-the-huntsman-of-wesel) The protagonist of the chapter, who is impersonated by the Huntsman of Wesel and takes revenge by ambushing him at a sheepfold. ### [II: How the Huntsman of Soest Did Rid Himself of the Huntsman of Wesel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/ii-how-the-huntsman-of-soest-did-rid-himself-of-the-huntsman-of-wesel) The impostor who uses the Huntsman of Soest's name and green livery to commit crimes; he is ambushed and humiliated. ### [How the Great God Jupiter Was Captured and How He Revealed the Counsels of the Gods](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/iii-how-the-great-god-jupiter-was-captured-and-how-he-revealed-the-counsels-of-the-gods) Captures Jupiter, humorously engages with his delusion, and critiques the futility of partial divine punishment. ### [How the Huntsman Again Secured Honour and Booty](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/vii-how-the-huntsman-again-secured-honour-and-booty) Leads the ambush, devises the plan using Jump-i'-th'-field's noises, and shows restraint and honor toward the captured lieutenant. ### [How the Master-General of Ordnance Granted the Huntsman His Life and Held Out Hopes to Him of Great Things](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/x-how-the-master-general-of-ordnance-granted-the-huntsman-his-life-and-held-out-hopes-to-him-of-great-things) Devises a trick to fake heavy artillery, secures the town's surrender, and earns his pardon and a promised promotion. ### [XI: Contains All Manner of Matters of Little Import and Great Imagination](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xi-contains-all-manner-of-matters-of-little-import-and-great-imagination) Flees from Lippstadt to the Hollanders after hearing of the devil trick in the sheepfold. ### [XII: How Fortune Unexpectedly Bestowed on the Huntsman a Noble Present](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xii-how-fortune-unexpectedly-bestowed-on-the-huntsman-a-noble-present) Protagonist of the chapter; discovers a hidden treasure in a haunted ruin after overcoming supernatural fear. ### [XIV: How the Huntsman Was Captured by the Enemy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xiv-how-the-huntsman-was-captured-by-the-enemy) Captured by the enemy while escorting a convoy; uses wit and bribery to secure favorable treatment. ### [On What Condition the Huntsman Was Set Free](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xv-on-what-condition-the-huntsman-was-set-free) Captured and pressured to serve the Swedes; negotiates a conditional release. ### [How Simplicissimus Became a Nobleman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xvi-how-simplicissimus-became-a-nobleman) The Huntsman is the protagonist of this chapter, referred to as 'I' and 'Simplicissimus'; he acts with generosity and strategic prudence. ### [How the Huntsman Disposed Himself to Pass His Six Months: And Also Somewhat of the Prophetess](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xvii-how-the-huntsman-disposed-himself-to-pass-his-six-months-and-also-somewhat-of-the-prophetess) The Huntsman passes his six months in the fortress, engaging in music, arms practice, and gunnery, while maintaining a careful public persona. ### [How the Huntsman Went a Wooing, and Made a Trade of It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xviii-how-the-huntsman-went-a-wooing-and-made-a-trade-of-it) The narrator and protagonist, who uses his skills in music, fencing, and charm to woo multiple women. ### [XIX: By What Means the Huntsman Made Friends, and How He Was Moved by a Sermon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xix-by-what-means-the-huntsman-made-friends-and-how-he-was-moved-by-a-sermon) Narrates his own rise in favor, his calculated friendliness, and his dismissive reaction to the priest's sermon. ### [XX: How He Gave the Faithful Priest Other Fish to Fry, to Cause Him to Forget His Own Hoggish Life](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xx-how-he-gave-the-faithful-priest-other-fish-to-fry-to-cause-him-to-forget-his-own-hoggish-life) Implied as the identity Simplicissimus is using while in the fortress, as he refers to his time in Soest. ### [How Simplicissimus All Unawares Was Made a Married Man](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxi-how-simplicissimus-all-unawares-was-made-a-married-man) Simplicissimus is living under this alias in the chapter, lodging opposite the lieutenant-colonel. ### [How the Huntsman Caught a Hare in the Middle of a Town](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxiv-how-the-huntsman-caught-a-hare-in-the-middle-of-a-town) The narrator and trickster who devises a scheme to cheat the miserly host out of a hare. ### [How and for What Reason the Huntsman Was Jockeyed Away Into France](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/i-how-and-for-what-reason-the-huntsman-was-jockeyed-away-into-france) Narrates his own story; tricked into going to Paris, where his horses are seized, and he takes service with a doctor. ### [VIII: How Simplicissimus Endured a Cheerless Bath in the Rhine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/viii-how-simplicissimus-endured-a-cheerless-bath-in-the-rhine) Referenced by Herr von Schönstein, who jests about Simplicissimus's pockmarked face and doubts he will be recognized in Lippstadt. ### [X: How Simplicissimus Was All Unexpectedly Quit of His Musket](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/x-how-simplicissimus-was-all-unexpectedly-quit-of-his-musket) Simplicissimus is revealed to be the Huntsman of Soest, whose famous exploits Herzbruder has heard of. ### [How Simplicissimus Fulfilled Herzbruder’s Prophecy to Oliver Before Yet Either Knew the Other](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xix-how-simplicissimus-fulfilled-herzbruder-s-prophecy-to-oliver-before-yet-either-knew-the-other) Mentioned as the green-clad soldier whose name Oliver used to plunder and who later challenged him. ### [A Brief Example of That Trade Which Oliver Followed, Wherein He Was a Master and Simplicissimus Should Be a Prentice](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xxi-a-brief-example-of-that-trade-which-oliver-followed-wherein-he-was-a-master-and-simplicissimus-should-be-a-prentice) Referenced indirectly as the narrator's earlier identity; not present in this chapter. ### [Continuation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/continuation) Referred to as the carpenter's comrade; his ghost appears after death, revealing hidden ducats and doing penance for trusting in money over God. ### [XIX: How Simplicissimus and a Carpenter Escaped from a Shipwreck with Their Lives and Were Thereafter Provided with a Land of Their Own](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xix-how-simplicissimus-and-a-carpenter-escaped-from-a-shipwreck-with-their-lives-and-were-thereafter-provided-with-a-land-of-their-own) Referred to as the carpenter; Simplicissimus's companion in the shipwreck and on the island. ### [XX: How They Hired a Fair Cookmaid and by God’s Help Were Rid of Her Again](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/chapters/xx-how-they-hired-a-fair-cookmaid-and-by-god-s-help-were-rid-of-her-again) Referred to as 'my comrade' and 'the carpenter'; a young man of about twenty who conspires with the cookmaid to kill Simplicissimus. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/characters/the_huntsman_of_soest - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_adventurous_simplicissimus_se/characters