The Scarlet Pimpernel · Character

Lord Tony Dewhurst

A jovial, loud-voiced Englishman who calls rescuing aristocrats from the guillotine the finest sport he has ever encountered.

supporting

Also known as Tony, Lord Antony Dewhurst, Lord Antony

First appearance: The Refugees

As a supporting figure in The Scarlet Pimpernel, Lord Tony Dewhurst is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Arrives at the Fisherman's Rest, greets the French refugees, and shows concern about the two strangers.

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Lord Tony Dewhurst appears in The Scarlet Pimpernel as supporting figure.

Lord Tony Dewhurst first appears in 0004 iii the refugees.

With Marguerite Blakeney (friendship): Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports Marguerite. With Comtesse de Tournay (social): The Comtesse interacts with Lord Tony as part of the English social circle that shelters her family. With Comtesse de Tournay (social): The Comtesse interacts with Lord Tony as part of the English social circle that shelters her family.

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Character Web

18 connections

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Relationship types

Friendship
Social
Other

Character groups

French aristocrats and allies
Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Marguerite Blakeney
friendship · positive
Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports… How this plays out →
Comtesse de Tournay
social · positive
Comtesse de Tournay
social · positive
Marguerite Blakeney
friendship · positive
Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports… How this plays out →
Marguerite Blakeney
friendship · positive
Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports… How this plays out →
Comtesse de Tournay
social · positive

Marguerite Blakeney
Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports Marguerite.
Comtesse de Tournay
The Comtesse interacts with Lord Tony as part of the English social circle that shelters her family.
Comtesse de Tournay
The Comtesse interacts with Lord Tony as part of the English social circle that shelters her family.
Marguerite Blakeney
Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports Marguerite.
Marguerite Blakeney
Lord Tony is a jovial member of the League and a friendly acquaintance who supports Marguerite.
Comtesse de Tournay
The Comtesse interacts with Lord Tony as part of the English social circle that shelters her family.

Relationship notes

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In the story

Lord Tony Dewhurst appears across 6 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The Refugees
Arrives at the Fisherman's Rest, greets the French refugees, and shows concern about the two strangers.
The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel
A jovial member of the league, he proposes toasts and engages in conversation.
V: Marguerite
Attempts to manage the situation and later cheers Marguerite's mimicry.
An Exquisite of ’92
Present at the inn, greeted by Sir Percy; he is a friend and fellow fop.
VIII: The Accredited Agent
His boisterous laughter is heard from the inn.
The Outrage
Meets with Sir Andrew to discuss the Scarlet Pimpernel's plans; is struck and captured during the ambush.

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