Nayland Smith

Dr. Fu-Manchu

Arch-enemies locked in a deadly intellectual and physical battle of wits, with Smith relentlessly pursuing Fu-Manchu's criminal schemes.

Inspector Weymouth

Weymouth is a Scotland Yard inspector who collaborates closely with Smith, providing official police support in the hunt for Fu-Manchu.

Mr. Eltham

Eltham is a colleague or associate who assists Smith in his investigations, likely within the colonial or diplomatic sphere.

Dr. Petrie

Petrie is Smith's close friend and medical doctor, often acting as his confidant and companion in dangerous adventures.

Sir Lionel Barton

Sir Lionel Barton is a famous explorer and ally who works with Smith, sharing intelligence about Fu-Manchu's activities.

Karamanèh

Karamanèh is a mysterious woman under Fu-Manchu's control, and Smith feels a protective obsession toward her while suspecting her loyalties.

Graham Guthrie

Graham Guthrie is a government or diplomatic figure who coordinates with Smith on matters related to Fu-Manchu's threat.

Sir Crichton Davey

Sir Crichton Davey is a high-ranking official or expert who provides Smith with resources and authority in the investigation.

Frank Norris West

Frank Norris West is an American detective or agent who cooperates with Smith in the international pursuit of Fu-Manchu.

Mr. Henderson

Mr. Henderson is a minor official or informant who provides Smith with local intelligence and logistical support.

Lord Southery

Lord Southery is a political figure who consults with Smith about the national security implications of Fu-Manchu's crimes.

Professor Jenner Monde

Professor Jenner Monde is a scientific expert who aids Smith in understanding Fu-Manchu's advanced and sinister methods.

Chapter I

Arrives unexpectedly from Burma, reveals a poisoned arrow wound, and insists on warning Sir Crichton Davey.

II

Reveals the existence of Dr. Fu-Manchu and his campaign; investigates Sir Crichton's study and warns Petrie of danger.

The Zayat Kiss

Explains the Zayat Kiss and his theory about the centipede; sets a trap and kills the creature.

IV

Identifies the dead lascar as a dacoit and connects the murder to Fu-Manchu; receives a call from Inspector Weymouth and proceeds to Wapping.

V

Leads the disguised infiltration of Shen-Yan's; reconstructs Cadby's burned notes and coordinates the police operation.

The Pit of the Opium Den

Leads the infiltration of Shen-Yan's opium den, orchestrates the rush up the stairs, rescues Petrie from the pit, and later admits he spared Karamanèh out of gratitude.

VII

Arrives at Redmoat to investigate Eltham's case; warns Eltham about the dangers of returning to China and the Yellow Peril.

The Shrubbery Mystery

Leads the investigation of the shrubbery and theorizes that Fu-Manchu is hiding inside Redmoat.

The Web of the Yellow Peril

Returns from visiting Sir Lionel Barton; expresses despair and frustration.

The Mystery of the Sarcophagus

Investigates the double murder, deduces the roles of Strozza and Kwee, and connects the deaths to Fu-Manchu's schemes.

Chapter XII: The Poisonous Gas

Returns from the docks with a box containing poisonous gas; deduces Fu-Manchu's plan involving the mummy case.

XIII

Chained with Petrie; recognizes the 'Call of Siva' as a death omen.

XIV

Imprisoned with Petrie; maintains hope and leads the escape.

The Call of Siva

Leads the defense against the Thug attack; nearly strangled but saved by Petrie and Guthrie.

XVI

Interrogates Karamanèh, captures a disguised dacoit, and directs Petrie in pursuit.

XVII

Leads the expedition, negotiates with Fu-Manchu, and insists on keeping his word despite the danger.

Chapter XVIII

Leads the disguised expedition to the Arab club and investigates the attack on Norris West.

XIX

Deduces the use of hashish and hypnosis, and urgently departs for Tilbury to intercept the thief.

The Dash to Tilbury

Leads the dash to Tilbury, deduces the marmoset's role in the theft, and arranges for the liner's delay and surveillance.

XXI

Investigates Lord Southery's death and discusses the possibility of Fu-Manchu's involvement.

XXII

Paces the room, smokes heavily, and suddenly decides to travel to L——, suspecting Fu-Manchu's involvement.

XXIII

Persuades Henderson to exhume Lord Southery, leads the rescue, and is wounded by a dacoit's knife.

XXIV

Leads the raid with Petrie and Weymouth; suspicious of Karamanèh but follows her plan.

XXV

Captured alongside Petrie and Weymouth; groans in the darkness but remains defiant.

XXVI

Also bound, he tries to rouse Karamanèh by touching her.

XXVII

Grieves Weymouth's death, explains Fu-Manchu's possible supernatural birth, and refuses to believe Fu-Manchu is dead without visual proof.

XXVIII

Investigates Professor Jenner Monde and plans to investigate Maple Cottage.

Chapter XXIX

Leads the vigil at Maple Cottage, displaying characteristic nervous energy and foresight by preparing a hypodermic syringe for the anticipated crisis.

The Final Reckoning

Arranges for Fu-Manchu to heal Weymouth; present at the cottage and later proposes a trip to Egypt.