# Aramis — The Vicomte de Bragelonne character guide > Aramis in The Vicomte de Bragelonne by Alexandre Dumas. **Role:** major **Also known as:** M. d'Herblay, Abbé Aramis, Bishop of Vannes **First appearance:** 0004-1-the-letter ## Snapshot Bishop of Vannes and former musketeer, a chess player in cassock who has engineered a king's replacement and vanished when needed most. ## Who they are Aramis moves through the palace as a name everyone invokes and no one can find — the king calls for him, Anne of Austria blushes at the mention of the old musketeer, and Philippe conducts himself flawlessly using descriptions and keynotes supplied by his absent accomplice. He is the architect of the novel's most audacious scheme, a man whose depth is compared to Richelieu's without Mazarin's avarice. His disappearance at the critical moment is itself a move in a longer game. ## Relationships ### [Porthos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/porthos) _friendship_ Aramis manipulates the loyal but simple-minded Porthos into aiding his ambitious schemes, exploiting their old friendship. ### [Nicolas Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/nicolas_fouquet) _psychological_ Aramis acts as Fouquet's secret manipulator and advisor, plotting to make him king while using him as a pawn. ### [Baisemeaux de Montlezun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/baisemeaux_de_montlezun) _psychological_ Aramis manipulates the gullible governor of the Bastille, Baisemeaux, to gain access to the imprisoned twin of the king. ### [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv) _rivalry_ Aramis secretly plots to replace Louis XIV with his twin brother, making the king his ultimate adversary. ### [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv) _rivalry_ Aramis secretly plots to replace Louis XIV with his twin brother, making the king his ultimate adversary. ### [Porthos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/porthos) _friendship_ Aramis manipulates the loyal but simple-minded Porthos into aiding his ambitious schemes, exploiting their old friendship. ### [Nicolas Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/nicolas_fouquet) _psychological_ Aramis acts as Fouquet's secret manipulator and advisor, plotting to make him king while using him as a pawn. ### [Baisemeaux de Montlezun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/baisemeaux_de_montlezun) _psychological_ Aramis manipulates the gullible governor of the Bastille, Baisemeaux, to gain access to the imprisoned twin of the king. ### [Nicolas Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/nicolas_fouquet) _psychological_ Aramis acts as Fouquet's secret manipulator and advisor, plotting to make him king while using him as a pawn. ### [Porthos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/porthos) _friendship_ Aramis manipulates the loyal but simple-minded Porthos into aiding his ambitious schemes, exploiting their old friendship. ### [Baisemeaux de Montlezun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/baisemeaux_de_montlezun) _psychological_ Aramis manipulates the gullible governor of the Bastille, Baisemeaux, to gain access to the imprisoned twin of the king. ### [Louis XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/louis_xiv) _rivalry_ Aramis secretly plots to replace Louis XIV with his twin brother, making the king his ultimate adversary. ## In the story ### [Introductory Note](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/introductory-note) As General of the Jesuits, he is true to the reputation of the order, hesitating at no dissimulation to gain his ambitious ends. ### [Dramatis Personae](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/dramatis-personae) Bishop of Vannes and General of the Order of Jesuits, one of the four Musketeers. ### [In Which Aramis Is Sought, and Only Bazin Is Found](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/17-in-which-aramis-is-sought-and-only-bazin-is-found) Mentioned as having become Bishop of Vannes through Fouquet's patronage; not present in the chapter. ### [In Which d’Artagnan Seeks Porthos, and Only Finds Mousqueton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/18-in-which-d-artagnan-seeks-porthos-and-only-finds-mousqueton) Sent a mysterious letter to Porthos urging him to set out before the Equinox; not present in the chapter. ### [Of the Society Which Was Formed in the Rue des Lombards, at the Sign of the Pilon d’Or, to Carry Out the Idea of M. d’Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/20-of-the-society-which-was-formed-in-the-rue-des-lombards-at-the-sign-of-the-pilon-d-or-to-carry-out-the-idea-of-m-d-artagnan) Mentioned by d'Artagnan as a cunning friend he wishes he could call upon. ### [In Which d’Artagnan Prepares to Travel for the House of Planchet and Company](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/21-in-which-d-artagnan-prepares-to-travel-for-the-house-of-planchet-and-company) Mentioned in d'Artagnan's will as a recipient of 5,000 livres. ### [The Journey](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/66-the-journey) Also mentioned as a source of philosophical teachings for d'Artagnan in his earlier years. ### [In Which the Reader, No Doubt, Will Be as Astonished as d’Artagnan Was to Meet an Old Acquaintance](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/69-in-which-the-reader-no-doubt-will-be-as-astonished-as-d-artagnan-was-to-meet-an-old-acquaintance) Referenced as the one who summoned Porthos to Belle-Isle before the equinox; implied to be behind the fortification works. ### [Wherein the Ideas of d’Artagnan, at First Strangely Clouded, Begin to Clear Up a Little](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/70-wherein-the-ideas-of-d-artagnan-at-first-strangely-clouded-begin-to-clear-up-a-little) Mentioned as bishop of Vannes, with a promise of a cardinal's hat from someone more powerful than the king; his handwriting is suspected beneath Porthos's plan. ### [A Procession at Vannes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/71-a-procession-at-vannes) Leads the procession as Bishop of Vannes, displays political and military support, and blesses d'Artagnan and Porthos. ### [The Grandeur of the Bishop of Vannes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/72-the-grandeur-of-the-bishop-of-vannes) Receives d'Artagnan and Porthos with calculated warmth, deflects questions about his ties to Fouquet, and arranges a morning ride to maintain appearances. ### [In Which Porthos Begins to Be Sorry for Having Come with d’Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/73-in-which-porthos-begins-to-be-sorry-for-having-come-with-d-artagnan) Orchestrates Porthos's secret departure, feigns sleep, and misleads d'Artagnan. ### [In Which d’Artagnan Makes All Speed, Porthos Snores, and Aramis Counsels](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/74-in-which-d-artagnan-makes-all-speed-porthos-snores-and-aramis-counsels) Arrives at Saint-Mandé bruised and exhausted after a grueling journey; counsels Fouquet urgently about d'Artagnan's mission and the need to preempt the king. ### [In Which Monsieur Fouquet Acts](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/75-in-which-monsieur-fouquet-acts) Referenced by Fouquet as having been correct about the timing of the courier from Bretagne. ### [Baisemeaux de Montlezun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/96-baisemeaux-de-montlezun) Referenced as the Bishop of Vannes and the surety for Baisemeaux's position. His whereabouts are sought by Baisemeaux. ### [The King's Card-Table](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/97-the-king-s-card-table) Aramis counsels Fouquet to pay the king's demand, advises calmness, and reminds him of a debt to Baisemeaux for the Bastille governorship. ### [M. Baisemeaux de Montlezun’s Accounts](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/98-m-baisemeaux-de-montlezun-s-accounts) Visits Baisemeaux at the Bastille, listens to his accounts, examines the prison register, and shows interest in the prisoner Marchiali. ### [The Breakfast at Monsieur de Baisemeaux's](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/99-the-breakfast-at-monsieur-de-baisemeaux-s) Dines with Baisemeaux, feigns reluctance to visit the Bastille, but subtly maneuvers to see the mysterious prisoner in the Bertaudière tower. ### [The Second Floor of La Bertaudière](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/100-the-second-floor-of-la-bertaudi-re) Visits the Bastille under the guise of an architect; examines prisoner records, secures a financial acknowledgment from Baisemeaux, and is deeply affected by the prisoners he encounters. ### [Aramis's Correspondence](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/121-aramis-s-correspondence) Reads a letter warning of the king's interest in La Vallière and advises Fouquet on political strategy; insists Fouquet accept Colbert's challenge. ### [A Jesuit of the Eleventh Year](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/127-a-jesuit-of-the-eleventh-year) Disguised as a Franciscan monk, Aramis is the central figure of the chapter, gravely ill and revealed to be the General of the Jesuit order. ### [The State Secret](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/128-the-state-secret) Acts as the General of the Jesuits, receiving confessions and secrets from affiliated members, and managing the dying Franciscan's final moments. ### [The New General of the Jesuits](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/135-the-new-general-of-the-jesuits) Aramis reveals his control over the Belle-Isle garrison and hints at his immense power and plans to replace King Louis XIV. ### [The Storm](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/136-the-storm) Retires quietly among the courtiers and disappears after Fouquet is summoned by the king. ### [The Shower of Rain](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/137-the-shower-of-rain) Observes the king and La Vallière with Fouquet, comments on her disinterestedness, and discusses their own plans and financial resources. ### [Toby](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/138-toby) Observes the interrogation of Toby and expresses suspicion about the servant's loyalty. ### [Malaga](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/141-malaga) Mentioned repeatedly in D'Artagnan's thoughts and dreams; D'Artagnan is troubled by his silence and mysterious activities. ### [A Letter from M. Baisemeaux](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/142-a-letter-from-m-baisemeaux) Mentioned in the letter as having been to the Bastille and making inquiries; the letter is addressed to Porthos to inform Aramis. ### [In Which the Reader Will Be Delighted to Find That Porthos Has Lost Nothing of His Strength](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/143-in-which-the-reader-will-be-delighted-to-find-that-porthos-has-lost-nothing-of-his-strength) Mentioned as possibly wanting to keep Porthos hidden; d'Artagnan implies Aramis had Porthos as a 'prisoner' at Saint-Mandé. ### [Showing What Could Be Seen from Planchet's House](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/146-showing-what-could-be-seen-from-planchet-s-house) Attends a burial in the cemetery and holds a secret rendezvous with Madame de Chevreuse, observed by d'Artagnan. ### [The Presentation of Porthos at Court](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/148-the-presentation-of-porthos-at-court) Presented by Fouquet; initially alarmed by Porthos's appearance but ultimately gains the promise of a cardinal's hat. ### [Explanations](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/149-explanations) Attempts to recruit d'Artagnan to Fouquet's side; reveals his close ties to Fouquet and his role in the conspiracy. ### [Part III: The Man in the Iron Mask](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/part-iii-the-man-in-the-iron-mask) Aramis is implicated in the plot surrounding the man in the iron mask, acting as a schemer. ### [Two Old Friends](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/180-two-old-friends) Engages in a high-stakes negotiation with Madame de Chevreuse, using threats and psychological tactics to protect Fouquet and the Jesuit order. ### [Madame de Bellière’s Plate and Diamonds](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/187-madame-de-belli-re-s-plate-and-diamonds) Arrives at the end of the chapter, announced as the bishop of Vannes. ### [M. de Mazarin's Receipt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/188-m-de-mazarin-s-receipt) Reveals Madame de Chevreuse's sale of letters to Colbert; tries to persuade Fouquet to break his promise to Vanel. ### [Monsieur Colbert's Rough Draft](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/189-monsieur-colbert-s-rough-draft) Bishop of Vannes; intervenes aggressively, offers a million to Vanel, and exposes Colbert's handwriting on the draft. ### [194: Porthos's Plan of Action](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/194-porthos-s-plan-of-action) Mentioned as being occupied with M. Fouquet and neglecting Porthos. ### [Three Guests Astonished to Find Themselves at Supper Together](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/203-three-guests-astonished-to-find-themselves-at-supper-together) Found dining with Baisemeaux; shows visible emotion at seeing his friends and is suspicious of their unexpected arrival. ### [Political Rivals](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/205-political-rivals) Dines with Athos and Baisemeaux, observes the events with keen interest, and declines to accompany Athos, citing an appointment in Paris. ### [M. de Baisemeaux's "Society"](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/207-m-de-baisemeaux-s-society) Reveals himself as the confessor affiliated with the secret order, manipulating Baisemeaux into compliance. ### [The Prisoner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/208-the-prisoner) Reveals the prisoner's royal birth and attempts to recruit him for a coup. ### [The Patterns](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/211-the-patterns) Masterminds the plot to obtain the king's dress patterns, using flattery and implied threats to coerce Percerin into compliance. ### [Where, Probably, Molière Obtained His First Idea of the Bourgeois Gentilhomme](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/212-where-probably-moli-re-obtained-his-first-idea-of-the-bourgeois-gentilhomme) Greets Porthos, then takes Molière to Saint-Mandé for the Epicureans' costumes. ### [The Beehive, the Bees, and the Honey](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/213-the-beehive-the-bees-and-the-honey) Returns to Saint-Mandé annoyed after meeting d'Artagnan; arranges Seldon's release and secures funds from Fouquet. ### [Another Supper at the Bastille](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/214-another-supper-at-the-bastille) Dines with Baisemeaux, disguised in boots and gray, and manipulates him into releasing a prisoner; switches the order paper. ### [The General of the Order](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/215-the-general-of-the-order) Reveals himself as General of the Order, writes a command using the Order's seal, and orchestrates Marchiali's release. ### [The Tempter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/216-the-tempter) The tempter, offering the prince a choice between peaceful obscurity and a dangerous bid for power. ### [Crown and Tiara](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/217-crown-and-tiara) Lays out the conspiracy to Philippe, proposing a joint rule where Philippe becomes king and Aramis becomes cardinal and pope. ### [The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/218-the-ch-teau-de-vaux-le-vicomte) The bishop of Vannes, lodging in the blue room above the king's, exchanges tense words with Fouquet about Colbert and the purpose of the fête. ### [A Gascon, and a Gascon and a Half](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/221-a-gascon-and-a-gascon-and-a-half) Deflects d'Artagnan's questions, maintaining secrecy about his project with Philippe. ### [Colbert](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/222-colbert) Aramis observes the king's mood and seems to be in concert with Colbert, anticipating the coming event. ### [High Treason](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/224-high-treason) Aramis orchestrates the substitution of the king with Philippe, manipulates Baisemeaux, and ensures the return of Marchiali to the Bastille under the guise of madness. ### [225: A Night at the Bastille](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/225-a-night-at-the-bastille) Identified by the king as Fouquet's agent; his voice is recognized. ### [The Shadow of M. Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/226-the-shadow-of-m-fouquet) Sought by D'Artagnan for help but is not found in his room. ### [The Morning](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/227-the-morning) Now acting as the king's intermediary, he gives d'Artagnan orders and later confers with Philippe about the success of the plot. ### [The King's Friend](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/228-the-king-s-friend) Reveals the secret of the twin brothers and confesses to orchestrating the substitution of the Bastille prisoner for Louis XIV. ### [Showing How the Countersign Was Respected at the Bastille](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/229-showing-how-the-countersign-was-respected-at-the-bastille) Referenced as the Bishop of Vannes who earlier visited the Bastille and orchestrated the substitution of Philippe for the king; Fouquet now seeks to undo his plot. ### [The King's Gratitude](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/230-the-king-s-gratitude) Identified as the leader of the conspiracy; Fouquet has given him a four-hour head start and refuge at Belle-Isle. ### [The False King](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/231-the-false-king) Expected by Philippe but notably absent, causing unease. ### [In Which Porthos Thinks He Is Pursuing a Duchy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/232-in-which-porthos-thinks-he-is-pursuing-a-duchy) Flees with Porthos, driven by urgency and mental torment; arranges a carriage to visit Athos. ### [The Last Adieux](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/233-the-last-adieux) Confesses his failed conspiracy to Athos; reveals he has compromised Porthos; plans to flee to Belle-Isle and then abroad; asks for Athos's absolution and horses. ### [In M. Colbert’s Carriage](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/243-in-m-colbert-s-carriage) Target of the alliance; described as a former musketeer, Bishop of Vannes, and general of the Jesuits, with a reputation for escaping prisons. ### [Friendly Advice](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/245-friendly-advice) Referenced as being at Belle-Isle, the destination D'Artagnan suggests Fouquet flee to. ### [In Which the Squirrel Falls—In Which the Adder Flies](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/248-in-which-the-squirrel-falls-in-which-the-adder-flies) Mentioned as a friend of d'Artagnan who may be endangered by the Belle-Île mission. ### [249: Belle-Île-en-Mer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/249-belle-le-en-mer) Anxious and evasive, he tries to calm Porthos while concealing his own fears; orders the alarm sounded and batteries manned as the royal fleet approaches. ### [Explanations by Aramis](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/250-explanations-by-aramis) Explains the political intrigue to Porthos, takes full responsibility for their predicament, and prepares for a desperate defense of Belle-Isle. ### [Result of the Ideas of the King, and the Ideas of d’Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/251-result-of-the-ideas-of-the-king-and-the-ideas-of-d-artagnan) Implicitly among the friends at Belle-Isle that d'Artagnan tries to protect. ### [The Ancestors of Porthos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/252-the-ancestors-of-porthos) Attempts to comfort Porthos and devises an escape plan involving a hidden bark; leads the defense against the royalist landing. ### [The Son of Biscarrat](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/253-the-son-of-biscarrat) As bishop of Vannes, he commands the islanders to submit after Fouquet's arrest, releases Biscarrat, and plans escape through the grotto. ### [The Grotto of Locmaria](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/254-the-grotto-of-locmaria) Leads the escape, inspects the boat, and plans the ambush of the king's Guards. ### [The Grotto](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/255-the-grotto) Negotiates with Biscarrat, secures his oath of silence, and orchestrates the defense of the grotto. ### [256: An Homeric Song](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/256-an-homeric-song) Leads the defense of the grotto, devises the ambush strategy, and commands Porthos to strike. ### [The Death of a Titan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/257-the-death-of-a-titan) Leads Porthos to the barrel, sets the plan in motion, and attempts to save Porthos after the collapse. ### [The Epitaph of Porthos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/258-the-epitaph-of-porthos) Grief-stricken and silent after Porthos's death; reveals his secret authority to the pursuing commander. ### [The Round of M. de Gesvres](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/259-the-round-of-m-de-gesvres) Also on d'Artagnan's mind as a resourceful friend potentially in danger at Belle-Isle. ### [The Friends of M. Fouquet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/261-the-friends-of-m-fouquet) Escaped to Bayonne via a royal vessel; the king allows him to remain free. ### [Porthos's Will](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/262-porthos-s-will) Mentioned in the will; Porthos leaves a pension for him if needed in exile, with a subtle critique of his conduct. ### [The Old Age of Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/263-the-old-age-of-athos) Sends a letter from Spain announcing Porthos's death. ### [The Vision of Athos](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/264-the-vision-of-athos) Sent a letter informing Athos of the failure of the Belle-Isle expedition and Porthos's death. ### [Epilogue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/epilogue) Now the Duc d'Alméda and Spanish ambassador, Aramis discusses the neutrality of Spain and naval strategy with Colbert and d'Artagnan, and is promised the grand cordon of St. Michael. ### [The Death of d'Artagnan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/chapters/the-death-of-d-artagnan) Writes to Colbert about his negotiations in Spain, securing neutrality and support for France. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters/aramis - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_vicomte_de_bragelonne_se/characters