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The KnightGene WolfeThe Wizard Knight, book 1

Characters in The Knight

4 characters, main characters first.

Main characters

  • Able of the High Heart

    A young American boy given a knight's body by a Mossmaiden and named Able by his Norse companions; he narrates his own story retrospectively as a letter, uncertain how much of it to trust.

    Also in The Wizard

Supporting characters

  • Disiri

    A Mossmaiden — an Aelf of the intermediate world — who gives Able his knight's body and becomes the object of his deepest loyalty and longing.

    Also in The Wizard

  • Pouk

    A sailor and former pirate who becomes Able's loyal squire and companion throughout his knightly adventures.

    Also in The Wizard

  • Gylf

    A large, intelligent dog who accompanies Able and whose true nature is gradually revealed over the course of both volumes.

    Also in The Wizard