Trampas

The Virginian

Trampas is the Virginian's primary enemy, a dishonest cowboy whose antagonism leads to a final showdown.

Scipio Le Moyne

Scipio and Trampas are adversaries, with Scipio often opposing Trampas's dishonesty and bullying.

Shorty

Shorty and Trampas are often at odds, with Trampas bullying Shorty and leading him astray.

Scipio Le Moyne

Scipio and Trampas are adversaries, with Scipio often opposing Trampas's dishonesty and bullying.

The Virginian

Trampas is the Virginian's primary enemy, a dishonest cowboy whose antagonism leads to a final showdown.

The Virginian

Trampas is the Virginian's primary enemy, a dishonest cowboy whose antagonism leads to a final showdown.

Shorty

Shorty and Trampas are often at odds, with Trampas bullying Shorty and leading him astray.

Shorty

Shorty and Trampas are often at odds, with Trampas bullying Shorty and leading him astray.

Scipio Le Moyne

Scipio and Trampas are adversaries, with Scipio often opposing Trampas's dishonesty and bullying.

The Virginian

Appears as a rival cowboy, setting up future conflict with the Virginian.

II: “When You Call Me That, Smile!”

Antagonistic poker player who insults the Virginian, leading to a confrontation.

III: Steve Treats

Mentioned as losing money to the Virginian at poker; the Virginian gives him time to recoup his fortunes.

IV: Deep Into Cattle Land

Not directly present in this chapter.

X: Where Fancy Was Bred

Present at the barbecue, makes a snide comment about the Virginian's ranking among Molly's suitors.

XI: “You’re Going to Love Me Before We Get Through”

Not directly mentioned in the excerpts, but present in the broader context of the chapter as a member of the community.

XIII: The Game and the Nation—Act First

Not directly present, but referenced implicitly as part of the ranch crew; the Virginian's new authority contrasts with their previous equality.

XIV: Between the Acts

Mentioned as the man Shorty lost his job and horse to.

XV: The Game and the Nation—Act Second

Antagonistic crew member; tries to recruit Shorty for Rawhide and questions the Virginian's authority.

XVI: The Game and the Nation—Last Act

Attempts to challenge the Virginian but is outmaneuvered; laughs derisively but is drawn into the tale.

XVII: Scipio Moralizes

Remains sullen and isolated after being humiliated. He stays with the outfit only to collect his pay, and is seen as trusting in the partiality of the ranch foreman to protect him from the Virginian.

XVIII: "Would You Be a Parson?"

Attempts to provoke the Virginian by taking his rope and later dropping it, but avoids direct confrontation.

XX: The Judge Ignores Particulars

Mentioned as having lost a powerful friend in Roberts; now stands man to man with the Virginian.

XXI: In a State of Sin

Trampas lies sullenly on his bed reading a newspaper, avoiding the joking and preparations for church, and is clearly brooding over his rivalry with the Virginian.

Various Points

Antagonistic cowboy; poisons Shorty's mind and plans to leave the ranch; seen riding with Shorty in the distance.

Progress of the Lost Dog

Mentioned as having won Shorty's money in a poker game at Drybone.

A Stable on the Flat

Mentioned in whispers during the posse's council, possibly connected to the gang of thieves.

The Cottonwoods

Mentioned as having taken Shorty into the rustling enterprise.

Superstition Trail

Not directly present in this chapter, but the pursuit is connected to the events involving him and the hanging of Steve.

With Malice Aforethought

The antagonist whose presence looms over the chapter; he is seen riding ahead and is the subject of the town's gossip about the coming confrontation.