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Sir Henry Baskerville Main

Sir Henry Baskerville is the brave and determined heir to the Baskerville estate, whose resolve to face danger and claim his inheritance drives much of the story’s emotional core. His peril at the hands of Stapleton heightens the narrative tension.

12

chapters

3-14

Range

1

Variants

Character Arc

Sir Henry enters the story as the young heir to the Baskerville estate, eager and proud of his heritage. Throughout the narrative, he faces growing threats and dangers, showing determination and bravery despite his fears. His character develops from confident newcomer to a figure of sympathy and victimhood, as he becomes the target of Stapleton’s murderous plans. His survival and rescue underscore the story’s resolution and restoration of order.

Core Traits

BraveDeterminedProudImpulsive

Motivations

Motivated by a desire to claim and protect his family estate and legacy.

Story Role

Heir and victim whose safety and legacy are central to the plot.

Key Relationships

Dr. Watson

friendship/protector

Watson acts as Sir Henry’s protector and confidant during his stay at Baskerville Hall.

Sherlock Holmes

client/protector

Holmes investigates to protect Sir Henry and solve the mystery threatening him.

Stapleton

Stapleton targets Sir Henry as the heir to be eliminated.

Name Variants & Aliases

Baskerville (the young heir)

95% match

Appears in: Ch 6

Chapter Appearances

Psychological Profile

Fears

Fears the mysterious threats and dangers surrounding Baskerville Hall.

Desires

Desires safety, justice, and to overcome the curse associated with his family.

Moral Compass

Sir Henry acts with honor and courage, guided by a sense of duty and justice.

Defining Moments

Sir Henry arrives from Canada, eager to claim his inheritance.

"'He is an excellent fellow in every way'"

Sir Henry insists on going to Baskerville Hall despite warnings.

"Sir Henry insists on going to Baskerville Hall regardless of the threats."

Sir Henry reacts with frustration to the theft of his boots.

"‘They’ve got a bit over the mark this time,’,‘My missing boot!’"

Sir Henry is rescued after being chased by the monstrous hound.

"What was it? What, in heaven’s name, was it?"

Chapter Timeline

He is the heir to the Baskerville estate, arriving from Canada, and is to be advised on his safety.

Sir Henry reports recent incidents, receives Holmes's analysis, and asserts his determination to go to Baskerville Hall despite warnings.

Sir Henry is frustrated over the theft of his boots and is eager to go to Baskerville Hall. His motivation is to resolve the disturbances and settle at his estate.

Travels to Baskerville Hall, eager and proud of his heritage, cautious about the threats on the moor.

Expresses excitement about seeing Devon and the moor, proud of his heritage.

Receives reports and examines papers, remains in Baskerville Hall, and is the focus of local legends and warnings.

Not directly active in this chapter but is the focus of Watson's concern and observations.

Participates in night-time surveillance, seeks to understand the threats and mysteries, and is emotionally affected by the events.

Experiencing emotional distress, involved in the investigation, and being advised about the threat from Selden.

Sir Henry is the victim of Stapleton's murder, having fallen prey to the hound.