Foil

Character Role Analysis

Sir Percival, Walter

Walter (who is basically The Best Guy Ever) and Sir Percival (a.k.a. The Worst Guy Ever) are mistaken for one another. If that ain't proof of their "Foil" status, we don't know what is.

Wait, we take that back. Here's some more proof: both men have feelings for Laura, both are concerned with money, can be charming, and even have tempers. But the behavioral choices of these men really set them apart. Walter opts for self-control, while Sir Percival continually opts for violence and anger.