Torvald Helmer

Torvald is Nora's controlling husband, a bank employee about to become manager. Torvald pressures Nora to obey his wishes, plans to dismiss Krogstad, and remains unaware of Nora’s forgery while offering protective, patronising support. Torvald tries to keep Nora, pretends forgiveness, burns Krogstad's documents, and pleads for her to stay.