# Sylvius Hogg — Ticket No. 9672 character guide > Sylvius Hogg in Ticket No. 9672 by Jules Verne. **Role:** major **Also known as:** IX Sylvius Hogg, Mr. Sylvius, Mister Sylvius, Mr. Sylvius Hogg, Sylvius, Mr. Hogg, Sylvius Hogg—but, Professor Sylvius Hogg, XV Sylvius Hogg, Monsieur Sylvius, Monsieur Hogg **First appearance:** 0000-i ## Who they are A celebrated Norwegian professor and deputy whose impulsive mountain walk nearly kills him, until a brother and sister pull him back from the Rjukanfos. ## Relationships ### [Hulda Hansen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/hulda_hansen) _romantic_ Hulda and Sylvius share a deep romantic connection, with Sylvius acting as her devoted suitor and protector. ### [Joel Hansen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/joel_hansen) _friendship_ Joel and Sylvius are close friends and allies, with Joel supporting Sylvius's pursuit of Hulda. ### [Dame Hansen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/dame_hansen) _social_ Dame Hansen interacts with Sylvius as a respected acquaintance, though she is wary of his influence on her daughter. ### [Ole Kamp](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/ole_kamp) _rivalry_ Ole and Sylvius are romantic rivals for Hulda's affection, leading to jealousy and conflict. ### [Mr. Benett](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/mr_benett) _professional_ Mr. Benett is a colleague or associate of Sylvius, working together on business or legal matters. ### [Captain Mosselman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/captain_mosselman) _friendship_ Captain Mosselman is a friend and ally of Sylvius, often assisting him in his endeavors. ### [The Viking](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/the_viking) _friendship_ Sylvius and The Viking share a camaraderie, possibly as fellow travelers or adventurers. ### [Junior](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/junior) _friendship_ Junior is a younger friend or protégé of Sylvius, looking up to him with admiration. ### [Hulda Hansen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/hulda_hansen) _romantic_ Hulda and Sylvius share a deep romantic connection, with Sylvius acting as her devoted suitor and protector. ### [Mr. Benett](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/mr_benett) _professional_ Mr. Benett is a colleague or associate of Sylvius, working together on business or legal matters. ### [Hulda Hansen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/hulda_hansen) _romantic_ Hulda and Sylvius share a deep romantic connection, with Sylvius acting as her devoted suitor and protector. ### [Joel Hansen](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/joel_hansen) _friendship_ Joel and Sylvius are close friends and allies, with Joel supporting Sylvius's pursuit of Hulda. ## In the story ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/viii) The elderly traveler rescued at Rjukanfos; he is injured but retains his composure, and is revealed to be the tourist expected from the north. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/ix) Introduced as a charismatic, selfless professor and deputy; rescued by Joel and Hulda after a fall at Rjukanfos. ### [Chapter X](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/x) Recovering from his fall at the Rjukanfos, he observes the family's distress and announces his departure, offering to host them in Christiania. ### [XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xi) Deeply moved by Ole's story, he offers reasoned hope, writes to Help Bros., and decides to remain at Dal until Ole returns. ### [XII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xii) Supports Hulda's decision to keep the ticket, despite his own superstitions; reads Ole's letter and examines the ticket; receives authorization to organize a search for the Viking and leaves Dal secretly. ### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xiii) Travels to Bergen, organizes search for Ole Kamp, consults with Help and seamen. ### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xiv) Departed for Bergen earlier; his absence leaves the family feeling hopeless and vulnerable. ### [XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xv) Confronts Dame Hansen about the ticket sale, maintains hope that Ole is alive, and secretly receives a letter from the Naval Department. He insists Hulda and Joel attend the drawing. ### [XVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xvi) Leads the journey, arranges transportation, and maintains a cheerful demeanor to distract Joel and Hulda from their sorrow. ### [XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xvii) Has returned to Christiania and is seen hurrying toward the wharves and the Naval Department; has arranged for Joel and Hulda to stay at the Hotel du Nord. ### [Chapter XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xviii) Visits Mr. Benett's bazaar, discusses the Hansen family's plight and the lottery ticket, and selects jewelry for Hulda. ### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xix) Escorts Hulda and Joel to the drawing, acknowledged by the crowd; becomes increasingly restless as the final numbers are drawn. ### [Chapter XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/chapters/xx) Arranges Ole's secret return; repurchases the lottery ticket from Sandgoist; refuses repayment; dances at the wedding. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters/sylvius_hogg - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ticket_no_9672_se/characters