Maralynn
Summary
Marilyn is a witch from the Thornwood Vale who is spoken of with awe by those who have encountered her. She possesses what Jevon described as “unfathomable power.” She found Jevon on the brink of death, malnourished and without strength, recognized something in him, taught him to survive, and then departed. She gave him his magical box before she left. Source: 2026.05.12.
Current Status
Unknown. Jevon has not seen her in years. She is from the Thornwood Vale but was encountered at some point in Everdale. Her current whereabouts are unknown. Source: 2026.05.12.
Notes
- Jevon was instructed to call her “Marilyn” and describes her as a “strange witch.”
- She is from the Thornwood Vale, giving her a connection to the world Odine Dunmere is from and the pestilence Odine is trying to stop.
- Cassian speculated that Marilyn may be the true prize the noble houses are chasing when they compete over the deed to the Thornwood Vale in the King’s Tourney—a hidden reason behind the tournament’s political stakes.
- House Godran interrogated Jevon specifically about his magic and his teacher, suggesting they are actively searching for her.
- She gave Jevon his magical box, which Odine Dunmere identified as ancient elven craftsmanship—a relic, not a trinket. Source: 2026.05.12.
Relationships
- Jevon: Former student. She found him, taught him, gave him his box, and disappeared.
- Odine Dunmere: Odine wants to find Marilyn because of her connection to the Vale and the pestilence.
- House Godran: Actively searching for her; interrogated Jevon to find her location.
- Thornwood Vale: Marilyn’s origin.
- Investigate the Pestilence: A possible key figure.