Rivalry between Myshkin and Rogozhin for Nastasya

The Idiot

The escalating conflict between the two men over Nastasya.

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First MeetingFirst Meeting from "The Idiot". First Meeting Introduction Myshkin and Rogozhin meet on the train. Rogozhin tells Myshkin about his passion for Nastasya. A rivalry is born.
First Meeting Introduction Myshkin and Rogozhin meet on the train. Rogozhin tells Myshkin about his passion for Nastasya. A rivalry is born. Exchange of Crosses Later, they exchange crosses, symbolizing a brotherhood that is soon broken.
The Birthday PartyThe Birthday Party from "The Idiot". The Birthday Party Confrontation Rogozhin arrives with money, challenging Myshkin's proposal. Nastasya leaves with Rogozhin.
The Birthday Party Confrontation Rogozhin arrives with money, challenging Myshkin's proposal. Nastasya leaves with Rogozhin. Escalation The rivalry intensifies as both pursue Nastasya.
MurderMurder from "The Idiot". Murder Rogozhin's Act Rogozhin kills Nastasya, ending the rivalry. Myshkin finds him with the body.
Murder Rogozhin's Act Rogozhin kills Nastasya, ending the rivalry. Myshkin finds him with the body. Aftermath Both are destroyed: Rogozhin goes to prison, Myshkin loses his mind.
on the train
Nastasya's birthday
the night before the wedding