Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson Wormtail, disguised as Igor Karkaroff, visits the Gaunt family's old house.
• Morfin Gaunt, a deranged and filthy pure-blood wizard, lives there.
• Nelson uses his knowledge of Parseltongue and flatters Morfin's pure-blood pride to gain his trust.
• Nelson expresses his desire to buy some of Morfin's family heirlooms, aiming for the Gaunt family's ring.
• Morfin, drunk and unsuspecting, hands over the ring to Nelson.
• Nelson uses the Stupefy and Obliviate spells on Morfin, erasing his memory of their encounter.
• Nelson takes the ring, leaves one hundred Galleons for Morfin, and departs.

Character Developments

• Nelson Wormtail: Shows cunning, deceit, and a willingness to manipulate and exploit others for personal gain. He displays a keen eye for valuable objects and a talent for deception.
• Morfin Gaunt: Revealed to be a deranged, drunken, and filthy pure-blood wizard. He is easily manipulated due to his pride in his pure-blood heritage and his love for liquor.

Significant Themes

• Pure-blood supremacy: Morfin's pride in his pure-blood heritage is exploited by Nelson to gain his trust.
• Greed and manipulation: Nelson's desire for the Gaunt family's ring leads him to manipulate and deceive Morfin.
• The value of objects: Nelson values the Gaunt family's heirlooms for their historical and monetary worth, while Morfin values them for their sentimental and familial significance.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Morfin: Nelson manipulates Morfin, playing on his pride and greed to gain the Gaunt family's ring. Morfin, in his drunken state, is easily deceived and manipulated.
• Nelson and the Gaunt family's heirlooms: Nelson values the Gaunt family's heirlooms for their historical and monetary worth, while Morfin values them for their sentimental and familial significance. This difference in perspective allows Nelson to exploit Morfin's attachment to his family's history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson visits the village at the foot of the mountain where Tom's family lives, seeing a missing person notice for a girl named Laura Riddle.
• He takes the Knight Bus back to London, questioning its speed and service.
• Nelson visits Jonas's grave in a London cemetery and uses the Resurrection Stone to briefly revive him.
• Jonas advises Nelson against using the stone and encourages him to pursue his own path.
• Nelson leaves London on an ocean liner, forgetting to write to Tom.

Character Developments

• Nelson demonstrates his growth and maturity by dealing with the consequences of his actions and seeking advice from Jonas.
• Jonas, now a ghost, shows wisdom and understanding, accepting his death and advising Nelson against using the Resurrection Stone.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's actions and the importance of facing them.
• The dangers of seeking power and immortality.
• The value of personal growth and pursuing one's own path.

Character Interactions

• Nelson interacts with Ernie Prang on the Knight Bus, learning about its history and service.
• Nelson visits Jonas's grave and has a conversation with his ghost, leading to a moment of understanding and closure.
• Nelson observes the bustling crowd at the docks, contrasting his solitude with their families and groups.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson boards the Icarus, a ship of the Cunard-White Star Line, bound for Poland.
• He meets Chief Mate Jack on the rooftop platform, who shares stories about the sea and the ship's passengers.
• Nelson learns about a group of mental patients from London also boarding the ship.
• The ship sets sail, and Nelson takes a bath in his room.

Character Developments

• Nelson is introduced as a curious and well-read individual, interested in the ship's history and passengers.
• Chief Mate Jack is portrayed as a seasoned sailor with a wealth of stories and a foul mouth.

Significant Themes

• The impending war in Europe is hinted at, casting a shadow over the voyage.
• The contrast between the luxurious first-class experience and the mental patients' journey underscores the class divide.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Chief Mate Jack bond over their shared interest in the sea and the ship's passengers.
• Nelson avoids interacting with the mental patients, heeding Chief Mate Jack's warning.

Plot Points and Events

• The Icarus sails across the North Sea.
• Nelson encounters a flock of seagulls that mistake him for a food source, leading to a humorous incident.
• Nelson meets a psychiatrist, Dr. Haywood, who tells him about a patient who believes he's a wizard.

Character Developments

• Nelson: Shows his ability to adapt and interact with different people, displays a calm demeanor even in unusual situations.
• Dr. Haywood: Reveals his profession and shares details about a peculiar patient.

Significant Themes

• The power of the sea and its influence on sailors and travelers.
• The line between reality and fantasy, explored through the psychiatrist's patient who believes in magic.

Character Interactions

• Nelson interacts with various passengers on the ship, showing his ability to fit in and entertain others with jokes.
• Nelson meets Dr. Haywood, who shares a story about a patient that piques Nelson's interest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson meets Doctor Jack, who takes him to a room full of patients with unusual behaviors.
• Nelson sees a patient, 19391012, who believes he's a wizard and is desperate for help.
• Nelson observes various patients, each with unique delusions and behaviors.

Character Developments

• Nelson: Shows curiosity and open-mindedness towards the patients, suggesting he might be a wizard in disguise.
• Doctor Jack: Reveals his expertise in mental health, but also shows a lack of professionalism in his approach to work.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between reality and delusion, as seen through the patients' eyes.
• The power dynamics between the patients and the hospital staff.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Doctor Jack: They bond over their shared interest in the patients, but Doctor Jack's casual attitude towards his work contrasts with Nelson's serious demeanor.
• Nelson and the patients: Nelson shows empathy and understanding towards the patients, suggesting he might relate to their struggles.
• The patients and the nurses: The patients are restrained and given injections when they become agitated, highlighting the power imbalance between them and the hospital staff.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson sneaks out at midnight to visit Barry Beckman, a fellow passenger held captive in the ship's mental ward.
• Barry reveals he's an Acolyte of Gellert Grindelwald, sent to find Bathilda Bagshot for clues about the Deathly Hallows.
• Nelson learns Barry was cheated and ended up in the mental hospital. Barry offers to help Nelson enroll in Durmstrang after they disembark.
• Nelson agrees to send a message confirming Barry's survival using a lighting charm, which accidentally sets off fireworks displaying the Deathly Hallows symbol.

Character Developments

• Nelson: Shows empathy and willingness to help Barry, despite their differing views on Grindelwald. He maintains his true age and Hogwarts status to avoid suspicion.
• Barry Beckman: Eager to share his mission and beliefs, he's naive and impulsive, leading to his capture. He's grateful for Nelson's help and offers to repay the favor.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Barry's eagerness to share his mission contrasts with Nelson's caution, highlighting the theme of trust and deception in their interactions.
• The power of symbols: The Deathly Hallows symbol is used as a rallying cry for Grindelwald's followers and accidentally displayed in the fireworks.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Barry: They form a bond over their shared predicament, with Barry seeing Nelson as an ally due to his youthful appearance and Nelson feeling sympathetic towards Barry's situation.
• Nelson and the mental patients: The patients seem to understand and accept Nelson's presence, showing no hostility towards him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson, disguised as a German, signals to a group of black-robed wizards on a ship, who turn out to be Aurors.
• The Aurors, led by Zweig, rescue Barry Beckman from the ship's mental ward.
• Barry's wand is lost, and he asks for another.
• White, an Auror, wants to take revenge on the Muggle doctor for torturing Barry but Barry refuses.
• Barry blames White for his predicament and argues with her.
• Nelson intervenes, threatening White to ensure his safe passage off the ship.

Character Developments

• Nelson: Displays cunning and adaptability in dealing with the Aurors, prioritizing his own safety.
• Barry Beckman: Weakened physically and mentally after his ordeal, he's resentful and lashes out at White.
• White: Impulsive and protective of Barry, she's quick to anger and holds grudges.
• Zweig and Andre: Remain calm and observant throughout the situation, showing experience and control.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal: Barry's resentment towards White highlights the theme of betrayal, while Nelson's quick adaptation to the Aurors shows his ability to gain trust.
• Power dynamics: The Aurors' presence and actions emphasize their power and authority, contrasting with the Muggles' lack of magical ability.
• Revenge and justice: White's desire for revenge raises questions about the appropriate response to injustice.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Zweig: Nelson initially deceives Zweig but later cooperates to ensure his safety.
• Barry and White: Their argument highlights the tension and resentment between them, with Barry blaming White for his predicament.
• Barry and Nelson: Barry is grateful to Nelson for rescuing him, but Nelson remains cautious and prioritizes his own safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• White, an Acolyte, confronts Nelson, who is protecting Barry, a Muggle doctor who saved her.
• White attempts to manipulate Nelson, but he stands his ground and warns her not to come closer.
• Barry intervenes, revealing that White is responsible for his condition, not the Muggles.
• White attacks Nelson with a dark curse, starting a fight. Andre and Nelson defend themselves with Shield Charms.
• Andre reveals that White is the daughter of Garth White, an opponent of Grindelwald who died in battle, and that Barry's revelation about her father's death has caused her mental instability.

Character Developments

• Nelson demonstrates bravery and determination in protecting Barry, even against powerful Acolytes.
• White's mental instability is revealed, driven by her grief and anger over her father's death and Barry's revelation.
• Andre shows a more complex side, revealing his loyalty to Grindelwald and his understanding of the greater good, while also expressing regret for White's condition.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of war and loss, as seen through White's mental state and Andre's memories of the battle in Paris.
• The struggle between personal feelings and loyalty to a cause, as seen in White's actions and Andre's explanations.
• The power dynamics between wizards and Muggles, as seen in White's disregard for Barry's well-being and Andre's initial disregard for Nelson's wishes.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and White: Adversarial, with White attempting to manipulate Nelson and Nelson standing firm against her threats.
• Barry and White: Complicated, with Barry showing affection for White despite her actions, and White showing both love and anger towards him.
• Andre and Nelson: Initially adversarial, but Andre later shows respect for Nelson's determination and explains the situation to him.
• Andre and White: Fatherly, with Andre showing concern for White's well-being and regret for her condition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson, disguised as Igor Karkaroff, helps the Acolytes capture White, who had been causing trouble on a mission.
• Barry, a member of the Acolytes, reveals that Nelson's surname is Wiltening, connecting him to a past conflict.
• Zweig, another Acolyte, invites Nelson to their headquarters, expressing a desire to apologize and make amends for past wrongdoings.

Character Developments

• Nelson demonstrates advanced magical skills, including a unique mist-based spell and a powerful Transfiguration spell.
• White is revealed to be reckless and impulsive, causing trouble on missions and disobeying orders.
• Barry shows cunning and a desire to please his superiors, even at the expense of others.
• Zweig displays strategic thinking and a diplomatic approach, attempting to win Nelson over to their side.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between new ideas and established powers.
• The consequences of meddling in other people's business, as Nelson finds himself entangled in the Acolytes' affairs.
• The importance of trust and the difficulty of rebuilding it after betrayal.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Andre work together to capture White, with Andre providing guidance and protection.
• Barry and White have a tense relationship, with Barry mocking White for her capture and White warning Nelson not to trust the Acolytes.
• Nelson and Zweig have a tense conversation, with Zweig attempting to convince Nelson to join their cause and Nelson reluctantly agreeing due to his circumstances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nelson arrives at Nurmengard, Grindelwald's stronghold, and finds it vibrant and free, contrary to his expectations.
• He learns about Albus Dumbledore's surrender to the Wizengamot for killing a Muggle.
• Grindelwald takes Nelson to a cemetery where his parents, Melgan and Elizabeth, are buried.

Character Developments

• Nelson struggles with his feelings towards Grindelwald, finding no hatred or desire for revenge, despite knowing Grindelwald killed his parents.
• Grindelwald shows empathy and understanding towards Nelson's experiences as a seer.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between Nurmengard's reality and Nelson's expectations highlights the complexity of Grindelwald's character and his followers' genuine respect for him.
• The theme of prophecy and foresight is explored through Nelson's experiences and Grindelwald's questions.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Grindelwald's interactions reveal Grindelwald's charisma and Nelson's complex feelings towards him.
• Grindelwald shows respect and empathy towards Nelson, treating him as an equal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gellert Grindelwald brings Nelson to his parents' graves in France.
• Grindelwald offers Nelson the chance to take revenge for his parents' deaths, but Nelson hesitates.
• Grindelwald summons his followers, the Acolytes, to a gathering at Nurmengard.
• He delivers a speech about their cause, freedom, and the threat of Muggle weapons.
• Grindelwald announces Nelson as the son of the respected Wiltenings and a new member of their family.
• The Acolytes celebrate, and Grindelwald sends them off to begin the next phase of their plan.

Character Developments

• Nelson struggles with his emotions and desire for revenge, ultimately choosing not to act against Grindelwald.
• Grindelwald remains steadfast in his beliefs and cause, showing remorse for his past actions but no intention to stop.

Significant Themes

• Revenge vs. forgiveness
• The greater good vs. individual suffering
• The power of ideology and belief
• The threat of Muggle technology and weapons

Character Interactions

• Grindelwald attempts to connect with Nelson over their shared loss and desire for justice.
• Nelson struggles with his feelings towards Grindelwald, ultimately choosing not to act on his hatred.
• Grindelwald publicly acknowledges Nelson as a member of their cause, solidifying his place among the Acolytes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nel writes to Nelson about finding a Gaunt ancestor at Hogwarts, McGonagall's disapproval of Nelson's actions, and the school's reaction to his departure.
• Nelson receives letters from friends, including a mysterious one from Aberforth, and settles into his new life in Nurmengard.
• Nelson discovers a trial against Dumbledore will take place in three days.

Character Developments

• Nel shows curiosity and determination in investigating his lineage.
• Nelson demonstrates resilience and independence in his new environment.
• McGonagall displays concern and disapproval towards Nelson's actions.
• Grindelwald shows consideration for Nelson's living arrangements but fails to account for his inability to Apparate.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of leaving Hogwarts and the expectations placed upon students.
• The importance of identity and personal growth.
• The power dynamics and politics within the magical world.

Character Interactions

• Nel and Nelson's correspondence reveals their shared experiences and bond.
• McGonagall and Flitwick visit Nel, expressing concern for Nelson and his actions.
• Nelson interacts with the waiter and Andre Karkaroff in Nurmengard, showing his adaptability to new environments.
• Nelson's friends at Hogwarts discuss his actions and express their feelings about his departure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tom (Nelson) is held captive in Nurmengard by Grindelwald, who reveals Tom's parents were killed by him twelve years ago.
• Tom learns about his parents' past and their connection to Grindelwald.
• Tom writes a letter to Nel (Nelson's friend) detailing his experiences and thoughts.
• Tom meets the Icarus team again at a restaurant in Nurmengard, and they invite him to attend Dumbledore's trial with them.
• Andre suggests assassinating Dumbledore during the trial, but Zweig explains the challenges and impossibility of such a plan.

Character Developments

• Tom (Nelson) grapples with his newfound knowledge about his parents and their connection to Grindelwald. He begins to question the motives of powerful figures like Dumbledore and Grindelwald.
• Tom starts to understand what Jonas (Nel's brother) was fighting for and what he truly wants to do.
• Andre displays his reckless and impulsive nature, suggesting they assassinate Dumbledore.
• Zweig shows maturity and caution, explaining the challenges and impossibility of Andre's plan.

Significant Themes

• Power and its corrupting influence, as seen through the actions of Grindelwald and Dumbledore.
• The impact of war on innocent lives, as Tom witnesses the contrast between the luxury cruise and the war-torn regions.
• The struggle between personal vengeance and a greater cause, as Tom considers his feelings towards Grindelwald.

Character Interactions

• Tom interacts with the Icarus team again, with Barry being friendly and Andre being reckless. White and Zweig remain mysterious.
• Tom has a brief encounter with White in the restroom, where she offers to help him leave Nurmengard, but Tom declines.
• Tom and Zweig have a conversation about the challenges of assassinating Dumbledore during his trial.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. Nelson and his group arrive in Norway for Dumbledore's trial, using the Floo Network and walking through a dense forest to reach the colosseum-like venue.
2. Nelson receives a message from an unknown sender, directing him to the eastern gate, where he meets Tom.
3. They enter the venue together, observing the grand setup and the arrival of Dumbledore, who is escorted by Aurors.

Character Developments

1. Nelson shows concern for Dumbledore's well-being and expresses skepticism about the trial's outcome.
2. Tom reveals that Alphard was selected as a Quidditch commentator, showing Nelson's prophecy came true.
3. Nelson discovers a clue about Slytherin's secret treasure in the school history.

Significant Themes

1. The power and influence of Dumbledore, as seen in the grand scale of his trial.
2. The uncertainty of prophecies and their interpretations, as discussed between Nelson and Tom.

Character Interactions

1. Nelson and Tom reunite and catch up on recent events, strengthening their bond.
2. Nelson and Dumbledore share a silent moment of connection as Dumbledore enters the arena.
3. Nelson and Zweig share a brief moment of concern for each other's safety before Nelson meets Tom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dumbledore stands trial for the murder of a Muggle, Alex Cabusta.
• Dumbledore confesses to the murder and provides details about the victim's cruel act and lack of remorse.
• The audience reacts with shock and outrage, throwing objects and casting spells at Dumbledore.
• Dumbledore is sentenced, with his teaching duties suspended and his Order of Merlin medal revoked.

Character Developments

• Dumbledore: Admits to his mistake and accepts the consequences, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and personal responsibility.
• Tom: Expresses disdain for the majority of wizards, viewing them as paper tigers.
• Nelson: Shows disinterest in the trial's proceedings and leaves early.

Significant Themes

• Moral ambiguity: Dumbledore's actions, while legally wrong, were motivated by a desire to prevent further cruelty.
• Hypocrisy: The audience condemns Dumbledore for killing a Muggle, despite their previous indifference to Muggle lives.
• Personal responsibility: Dumbledore accepts the consequences of his actions, urging others to face their own mistakes.

Character Interactions

• Dumbledore and Nelson: Their eyes meet briefly, but no interaction occurs between them.
• Tom and Nelson: They discuss the audience's behavior and express disdain for their hypocrisy.
• Dumbledore and the audience: The audience reacts with shock, outrage, and eventually applause to Dumbledore's confession and statement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Miranda Goshawk, Hogwarts' former Head Girl, appears destitute and is carrying a Gringotts loan manual.
• Miranda uses an unknown spell to transport Nelson and Tom to a safe location.
• A battle breaks out near the Colosseum, with unknown participants fighting against those who support Dumbledore.
• Nelson and Tom encounter Zweig and other Death Eaters, who reveal that Nurmengard is a prison maintaining a seal on the Lost Mist.

Character Developments

• Miranda Goshawk is shown to be in financial trouble and uses a powerful, unknown spell to protect Nelson and Tom.
• Nelson shows concern for Miranda's well-being and is curious about the battle and Nurmengard's secrets.
• Tom remains skeptical and disdainful of Grindelwald's plans but is willing to use protective spells when necessary.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs. Reality: Miranda's downtrodden appearance contrasts with her former status as Head Girl, highlighting the theme of appearances being deceptive.
• Power and Control: The battle at the Colosseum and the revelation about Nurmengard's true purpose as a prison emphasize the struggle for power and control among different factions.
• Secrets and Knowledge: The mysterious Lost Mist, Limbo, and Nurmengard's true purpose drive the plot forward and create intrigue, as characters seek and reveal hidden information.

Character Interactions

• Nelson and Tom encounter Miranda, leading to a brief conversation before she uses an unknown spell to protect them.
• Nelson and Tom meet Zweig and other Death Eaters, who reveal secrets about Nurmengard and the Lost Mist.
• Nelson and Andre have a conversation about the Lost Mist, Nurmengard, and the dark wizard Herpo the Foul, with Andre expressing envy of Nelson's apparent ignorance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Andre reveals that Nurmengard was founded to protect the world from Herpo the Foul, a dark wizard from ancient Greece who invented dangerous and evil dark magic.
• Herpo's corpse is imprisoned beneath Nurmengard, connected to Limbo, and his soul wanders there due to a Horcrux.
• Every new moon, Herpo tries to escape, and the city's inhabitants' minds suppress the breach.
• Nelson learns that the Lost Mist from his Transfiguration might be Herpo's attempt to escape.

Character Developments

• Andre shows seriousness and reliability while recounting Nurmengard's history.
• Barry reveals his intelligence and knowledge about dark magic, particularly Horcruxes.
• Nelson becomes more aware of the city's dark secrets and the true purpose of Nurmengard.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of dark magic and its practitioners' immortality (Horcruxes).
• The struggle between good and evil, and the lengths one might go to protect the world.
• The power of the mind and will to survive, even in Limbo.

Character Interactions

• Andre and Barry collaborate to explain Nurmengard's history and Herpo the Foul's imprisonment.
• Nelson and Tom discuss the city's insanity and the true purpose of Nurmengard.
• Barry praises Lord Grindelwald's contributions to the world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A battle is taking place between wizards supporting and opposing the Wizengamot's judgment on Dumbledore.
• The Wizengamot's colosseum collapses due to a massive explosion, halting the battle.
• Dumbledore remains standing in the center of the venue, awaiting the final judgment.
• Grindelwald appears, ready to help Dumbledore, and orders Andre to take Tom and Nelson away.

Character Developments

• Tom expresses concern for people he doesn't know, showing a new level of empathy.
• Tom becomes increasingly disillusioned with the Wizengamot's judgment and the magical world's treatment of Muggles.
• Dumbledore maintains his composure and dignity amidst the chaos and danger.

Significant Themes

• The theme of injustice and inequality, as seen in the disparity between the witch's and Dumbledore's sentences.
• The theme of revolution, hinted at by Tom and later echoed by Grindelwald.
• The theme of indifference to life, which Tom criticizes the Wizengamot for, and which Dumbledore has previously taught him not to be.

Character Interactions

• Tom and Nelson discuss the unfairness of the Wizengamot's judgment and the magical world's discrimination against Muggles.
• Tom and Nelson witness Grindelwald's arrival and his order for Andre to take them away.
• Andre takes Tom and Nelson to safety, while White expresses her disrespect and suspicion towards Grindelwald.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tom and Nelson arrive in Paris, near the Opera House.
• They search for the statue of Pythia to enter the hidden magical street.
• A reporter mistakes their search for a performance art piece and interviews them.
• They successfully enter the hidden place through Pythia's statue.

Character Developments

• Tom: Shows adaptability to Apparition and interacts with the environment with curiosity and humor.
• Nelson: Demonstrates resourcefulness and quick thinking, also shows a mischievous side when giving false names to the reporter.

Significant Themes

• The clash between Muggle and magical worlds, and the Statute of Secrecy.
• The misunderstanding and misinterpretation of actions and intentions.
• The exploration of art and its interpretation.

Character Interactions

• Tom and Nelson work together to find Pythia's statue, showing camaraderie.
• Nelson's interaction with the reporter shows his discomfort with the situation and his desire to leave.
• Tom's interaction with the statues shows his playful and curious nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tom and Nelson arrive in the French wizarding hub, the Hidden Place, via the Floo Network.
• They witness a sudden commotion: Grindelwald has attacked the Wizengamot trial, causing panic among the French wizards.
• They encounter Mr. Daguerre, the shopkeeper from Hogsmeade, who sells them overpriced alchemical products.
• Tom and Nelson decide to stay the night and explore the Hidden Place further.

Character Developments

• Tom: Shows curiosity and ambition, fantasizing about defeating Grindelwald and making a name for himself.
• Nelson: Demonstrates caution and wariness, especially around mysterious characters like Mr. Daguerre. He also displays a growing interest in Herbology and Animagus transformation.

Significant Themes

• Fear and trauma: The French wizards' reaction to Grindelwald's name highlights the lasting impact of past traumas.
• Commerce and deception: Mr. Daguerre's business tactics showcase the potential for exploitation and deception in the wizarding world's marketplaces.

Character Interactions

• Tom and Nelson: Their friendship deepens as they navigate the Hidden Place together, sharing experiences and knowledge.
• Tom and Mr. Daguerre: Tom is easily swayed by Daguerre's smooth-talking sales pitch, while Nelson remains skeptical.
• Nelson and Mr. Daguerre: Nelson is suspicious of Daguerre's sudden appearances and his knowledge of Nelson's identity.