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Henri

This character ties his fate to the Grande Armee, serving as the emperor's cook.

Villanelle

This character was born with webbed feet of a boatman.

Napoleon Bonaparte

This character is depicted as a self-centered, self-indulgent, power-obsessed tyrant whom the French nevertheless love due to the passion he incites in them.

Cook

This character is the main character's superior and nemesis at Boulogne.

Domino

The horse-keeper at Boulogne, this character is one of Henri's closest friends.

Patrick

This character uses his allegedly telescopic eye to monitor enemy ships moving in the English Channel.

Queen of Spades

This character's true name is never revealed, though she is a an important love interest.

Henri's Mother

This character wanted to be a nun, but circumstances forced her into marriage and motherhood.

Henri's Father

A simple, but gentle man, this character won over his love through equal parts patience and persistence.

The Boatman

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