Weller
Broken Deathless deserter turned pump-mender who found peace in Hollowmere after reconciling with Cressa.
Weller is an ancient, broken soldier from the Deathless's own host who arrived in Book 3 to become a resident of Hollowmere. He was once a loyal figure who identified himself strictly as 'third rank, left of the standard' at Karsmoor, but he became a deserter when he threw down his pike during the moment the crown was set aside. His departure from war stemmed from a tragic belief that Cressa had killed the Deathless.
- Origin
- Deathless's own host
- Role in Hollowmere
- Pump-mender and carpenter's mate to Coll
- Key Event
- Threw down pike at Karsmoor
- Self-Identifier
- Third rank, left of the standard
- Motivation for Leaving
- Believed Cressa killed the Deathless
Lore & Background
After settling in the valley as a pump-mender and carpenter's mate to Coll, Weller represents the profound reconciliation between enemy soldiers who once stood on opposite sides of the final battle. His journey from a broken soldier to a peaceful resident was only completed after he gave absolution to Cressa, correcting his long-held belief about her actions.
Did You Know?
- Weller served in the Deathless's own host before deserting at Karsmoor.
- He works alongside Coll as both a pump-mender and carpenter's mate.
- His specific rank was 'third rank, left of the standard' during the battle.
- Peace came to him only after he granted absolution to Cressa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Weller desert his post?
He threw down his pike at Karsmoor because he believed Cressa had killed the Deathless when the crown was set aside.
What job does Weller hold in Hollowmere?
He serves as the valley's pump-mender and acts as a carpenter's mate to Coll.
How did Weller identify himself during the war?
He identified himself by his position: 'third rank, left of the standard' at Karsmoor.
What does Weller represent in the story?
He represents the reconciliation between enemy soldiers who stood on opposite sides of the final battle.