Marryatt

Gordon Davenant

Gordon and Marryatt share a strong camaraderie, with Marryatt often assisting Gordon in his investigations.

Mordaunt Reeves

Marryatt and Mordaunt are friendly allies, frequently collaborating on inquiries and supporting each other.

Mr. Carmichael

Marryatt and Mr. Carmichael work together professionally, exchanging observations and leads in the investigation.

Old Brotherhood

Marryatt and Old Brotherhood are casual social acquaintances, interacting mainly in group settings.

Miss Rendall-Smith

Marryatt and Miss Rendall-Smith are friendly, with Marryatt often acting as a supportive confidant.

Colonel Steele

Colonel Steele and Marryatt have a strained relationship, marked by Steele's dismissive attitude toward Marryatt.

Gordon Davenant

Gordon and Marryatt share a strong camaraderie, with Marryatt often assisting Gordon in his investigations.

Gordon Davenant

Gordon and Marryatt share a strong camaraderie, with Marryatt often assisting Gordon in his investigations.

Mordaunt Reeves

Marryatt and Mordaunt are friendly allies, frequently collaborating on inquiries and supporting each other.

Mr. Carmichael

Marryatt and Mr. Carmichael work together professionally, exchanging observations and leads in the investigation.

Old Brotherhood

Marryatt and Old Brotherhood are casual social acquaintances, interacting mainly in group settings.

Colonel Steele

Colonel Steele and Marryatt have a strained relationship, marked by Steele's dismissive attitude toward Marryatt.

The Viaduct Murder

Mentioned as a potential suspect or key figure in the events.

I: The Paston Oatvile Dormy-House

Former schoolmaster who defends the role of character and unconscious impressions in judgment; questions what it feels like to murder.

II: In the Rough

Arrives at the scene with Carmichael, visibly unnerved by the discovery.

IV: Endless Clues

Discusses the inquest and the possibility of suicide; expresses concern about burial in consecrated ground.

VI: The Movements of Mr. Davenant

Marryatt expresses suspicion of Davenant, citing his sinister demeanor and ungovernable temper.

VII: Carmichael’s Account of It

Raises a professional objection about the feasibility of the religious deception.

VIII: The Inquest, and a Fresh Clue

Nervous during the inquest but relieved by the suicide verdict. He agrees to visit the photographer in Binver to trace the photograph's origin.

The Animated Picture

Visits Campbell to identify the portrait; expresses fear about the uncanny photograph and urges abandoning the inquiry.

X: In Which a Book Is More Communicative Than a Lady

Insists the photograph changed; remains certain despite others' doubts.

XI: A Funeral and a Vigil

Plays bridge with the group; provides information about the funeral and the Oatvile family history.

XIII: The Man in the Passage

Guards the billiard-room door armed with a niblick, agrees to assist after minimal explanation.

By Which Train?

Briefly encountered on the stairs, expresses certainty of Davenant's guilt and questions his sanity.

XVIII: The Holmes Method

Mentioned in the context of the ongoing investigation, though not directly present.

XIX: Mordaunt Reeves Talks to Himself

Heard giving a sermon at the church in Paston Oatvile, using Brotherhood's death as a theme; his voice is recognized by Reeves.

Proof at Last

Accused by Reeves of murdering Brotherhood; Reeves outlines his motives, alibi, and suspicious behavior.

XXI: The Test

Returns to his room, sees the oaken cudgel, and reacts with terror; later heard crying out in his room.

XXII: In the Fog

Marryatt is the murderer being accused by Reeves; he listens silently as his crime is described in detail.

Marryatt Breaks the Pledge

Marryatt flees to London after hearing Reeves' message through the speaking tube, believing he is being accused of murder; he returns later, explaining his fear was due to seeing Brotherhood's stick and hearing a voice.

Gordon Offers the Consolation of Philosophy

Mentioned as the one who was not listening on the metaphone; his flight was due to fear of Brotherhood's ghost, not guilt.

The Dull Facts

Took the copy of Momerie from Reeves' shelves for his evening sermon; his actions during the investigation are noted.