Erik vs. Raoul

The conflict between the ghost and the young viscount for Christine's love.

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The Rival Appears

The Rival Appears The Jealous Voice The Voice becomes jealous when Christine shows interest in Raoul. It forbids her to see him. Christine is torn between her love for Raoul and her fear of the Voice. The Confrontation at Perros Raoul follows Christine to Perros. He hears the Voice playing the violin in the churchyard. He sees the death's head. He realizes the Voice is a real, sinister being. He vows to save Christine. The Open Hostility Raoul shoots at Erik in his bedroom. Erik flees, wounded. The rivalry becomes a life-and-death struggle. Each man wants Christine for himself.

The Final Showdown

The Final Showdown The Prisoners Raoul and the Persian are trapped in the torture chamber. Erik has them at his mercy. He tortures them with heat and illusions. Raoul is driven to the brink of madness. The Choice Erik gives Christine the ultimatum. She must choose between Raoul's life and her own. Raoul, from the torture chamber, begs her to turn the scorpion. He is willing to die for her. The Resolution Christine's pity saves them all. She turns the scorpion, not knowing if it will kill them. Erik, moved by her compassion, releases Raoul. The conflict ends with Erik's renunciation. Raoul and Christine are united.

after the gala

the night of the abduction