Jasmine's Father is one of the antagonists, also known as the Thwarter.

Supersleuth, mysterious thwarter of crime, The Shadow was traveling with Ralph Weston and Marinez Corlaza on their way to investigate the affairs of Sigby Rund.

Ms. MacLaine plays the thwarter, Bruno's grandmother, who suddenly becomes an ardent supporter of Bruno's desire to wear dresses, an amazing leap for someone who thought opera singing was for sissies.

That," and he inclined his head toward Mac, "is Captain Mackenzie Calhoun, thwarter of the Black Mass, nemesis of the Redeemers, he who has returned from the dead and has been worshipped by some as a messiah.