Mallin

Mallin was the middle child of a fishing family. He and his two brothers are taken away from his parents by Phelan, who informs their parents that they have been chosen by the Druids, when in reality, they are to be taken to The Dead Man, Harka.

He is a very intelligent young man and is indeed chosen above his two brothers when he states that the most important thing in the world is love. With this, Harka kills his two brothers and renames Mallin to "Love". He gives him the task of finding Cait of the Cantii tribe so they can fall in love, allowing Harka to destroy her emotionally.

Upon finding her, Love does actually fall in love with Cait and enjoys the freedom Cait gives him when she lifts Harka's spell from him. This is much to the chagrin of Divis, who sees Love as nothing but an annoyance and an obstacle to Cait's training. He however comes to realise that Love might play a role in the prophecy of Veran, because of the eagle tattoo on his back, and because he helps successfully complete the trial of fire to forge the Golden Bow. However, Despite this, Harka's plan comes to fruition and his happiness is short lived, as Phelan returns to kill Mallin, believing himself to having atoned for believing in Harka's lies. Cait is distraught to find Mallin murdered.