Marcus

Marcus is an Alaskan malamute dog like his sister, Music.

ROLE
Marcus's role in Chapter 1 is to be overbearing and protective of his sister, and to provide conflict for the romance between her and Sol. He also provides a "sample" for the dogs in the story. IE, if the dogs are angry or happy or sad, Marcus is the character to display that on. Marcus's father, Mathew, was killed by a wolf, so he has more reason than most dogs to hate wolves.

Late in the story, Marcus learns of Sol and Music's relationship. Incensed, he charges into the forest and tries to warn Sol off, spilling Sol's secret to all the Grayfur in the process. Maarcus is Music's brother, and Sol knows that she loves him, so he refuses to fight, even when Marcus bites and claws him.

Marcus is among the dogs Music convinces to come to the Grayfur's aid in the final battle against the Blackheath.