Henry Clerval and Justine Moritz are two characters found in Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Their roles, as well as their appreciation, are both modest. However, their effect on the plot and dynamics of Frankenstein was anything but insignificant. Both characters were used or deceived by Victor Frankenstein, ultimately leading to their demise, either physical or mental. Victor is responsible for almost everything that goes wrong in the novel, mainly because of his rejection of his creation. Victor Frankenstein was not a very good person. From his childhood until the end of his life, he was very self-centered and feared rejection. He never accepted blame, even when blame was due. His relationship with Henry was interesting, “because Frankenstein is depressed and obsessed, and Clerval seems more optimistic and clear-headed. Although the two are both intelligent, their personalities differ and this may have been the key to their effective friendship. » ¹ When Henry goes to follow in the scientific footsteps of his friends, “it can either be an expression of affection, wanting to flatter his friend and resemble him, or a sign of the hierarchy that their relationship possesses.” ¹ Regardless, the bond that Frankenstein and Clerval share is an interesting one, with Clerval's optimism counterbalancing Frankenstein's gloom. Victor describes Henry as an only child, "the son of a Geneva merchant, close friend of my father. He was a boy of singular talent and imagination"². The two are united by “the closest friendship”². “Ironically, Henry ends up dying because of the monster he ultimately helped Frankenstein hide.” ¹ This is a clear example of Frankenstein's lack of responsibility. He uses his childhood friend, who has always been in the middle of paper......nster with all the tools necessary to function and act as a human being, except he hasn't given him any humanity. He barely looked at the monster, like many others, and it affected him in a way that resulted in his volatile actions. He went from benevolent to full of vengeance, all because of his deep-rooted hatred for Victor Frankenstein. This is further proof of Frankenstein's narcissism, his inability to take responsibility and his immaturity. Henry Clerval and Justine Moritz were both abused and victims of Victor's personal problems. They faced an untimely death after being respectable and good, due to their seemingly harmless relationship with Victor Frankenstein. Not only did his selfishness bring them down, but so did his lack of responsibility and trust. While he offered them friendship, Victor made fun of Justine and Henry..