The Dunwich Horror

A secretive, hypnotic figure driven by a sinister heritage. He manipulates Nancy to gain access to the Necronomicon and masterminds a ritual to summon the Old Ones, showing cold calculation and a willingness to sacrifice others for power.

A curious but vulnerable student drawn into Wilbur’s orbit. She falls under hypnosis and is drugged, becoming a pawn in the ritual; her later pregnancy with Wilbur’s child suggests a persistent danger tied to the Whateley bloodline.

A scholar who recognizes the danger of the Necronomicon and the Whateleys. He reluctantly confronts the occult threat, joining forces with Dr. Cory to protect the town from the consequences of the ritual.

Wilbur’s grandfather, a figure of ancient power and authority within the Whateley lineage. He embodies the vigil against outsiders and the internal family dynamics that fuel the events of the story.

Wilbur’s mother, whose insanity and aging appearance reflect the toll of the family’s occult legacy. Her life is tied to the family’s history and the dark powers they seek to unleash.

Nancy’s classmate who enters the Whateley house and unwittingly frees a monstrous twin. Her fate underscores the collateral damage of the occult events.

The town physician who informs Henry Armitage about Lavinia’s condition and the birth trauma. He assists in investigating the occult events and the Necronomicon’s danger.