# Malluch — Ben Hur character guide > Malluch in Ben Hur by Lew Wallace. **Role:** supporting **Also known as:** good Malluch, Thus Malluch, O Malluch **First appearance:** 0026-i ## Snapshot Simonides' discreet agent, whose quiet errands and skeleton recitals steer Ben-Hur toward allies, horses, and the vengeance he cannot yet name. ## Who they are Malluch moves through Antioch as a trusted go-between for Simonides, guiding the disguised son of Arrius past the Grove's fortune-tellers and into Ilderim's orbit without ever seeming to lead. His value lies in restraint: he watches Ben-Hur's face when Messala appears, notes the sullen turn, and says little. Through him the scattered machinery of Ben-Hur's revenge begins to mesh, making Malluch the hinge between old loyalty and coming action. ## Relationships ### [Ben-Hur](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/ben_hur) _friendship_ Malluch is a trusted agent and friend of Ben-Hur, acting as a spy and messenger in his quest for justice. ### [Messala](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/messala) _rivalry_ Malluch acts as a spy against Messala, gathering information to aid Ben-Hur in their ongoing conflict. ### [Simonides](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/simonides) _professional_ Malluch serves as a trusted agent and assistant to Simonides, carrying out delicate missions with discretion. ### [Sheik Ilderim](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/sheik_ilderim) _professional_ Malluch acts as a liaison between Sheik Ilderim and Ben-Hur, coordinating plans for the chariot race. ### [Ben-Hur](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/ben_hur) _friendship_ Malluch is a trusted agent and friend of Ben-Hur, acting as a spy and messenger in his quest for justice. ### [Sheik Ilderim](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/sheik_ilderim) _professional_ Malluch acts as a liaison between Sheik Ilderim and Ben-Hur, coordinating plans for the chariot race. ### [Messala](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/messala) _rivalry_ Malluch acts as a spy against Messala, gathering information to aid Ben-Hur in their ongoing conflict. ### [Simonides](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/simonides) _professional_ Malluch serves as a trusted agent and assistant to Simonides, carrying out delicate missions with discretion. ### [Ben-Hur](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/ben_hur) _friendship_ Malluch is a trusted agent and friend of Ben-Hur, acting as a spy and messenger in his quest for justice. ### [Simonides](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/simonides) _professional_ Malluch serves as a trusted agent and assistant to Simonides, carrying out delicate missions with discretion. ### [Sheik Ilderim](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/sheik_ilderim) _professional_ Malluch acts as a liaison between Sheik Ilderim and Ben-Hur, coordinating plans for the chariot race. ## In the story ### [The Mother's Counsel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/v) Not present in this chapter. ### [Simonides' Revelation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/iv) Sent by Simonides to accompany Ben-Hur and bring him back when Simonides is ready. ### [Chapter VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/vii) A merchant of Antioch who guides Ben-Hur to the stadium and identifies Sheik Ilderim. ### [Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/viii) Accompanies Ben-Hur through the Grove, observing his mood and guiding him to the Fountain of Castalia. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/ix) Simonides' emissary who becomes sympathetic to Ben-Hur's cause and agrees to help him. Guides Ben-Hur to Sheik Ilderim's Orchard of Palms. ### [The Sheik's Story and the Three Wise Men](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/x) Narrates the story of the three wise men to Ben-Hur, explains Ilderim's history and grievance, and arranges for Ben-Hur to trial the horses. ### [Chapter XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/xi) Malluch reports to Simonides about Ben-Hur's character, his hatred of Rome, and his determination to humiliate Messala in the Circus. ### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/xv) Present at the gathering in the tent, though not directly active in the conversation. ### [XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/xvii) Mentioned as having given Ben-Hur a skeleton recital of Balthasar's story earlier. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/ii) Delivers Simonides' messages to Ilderim and discusses race strategy with Ben-Hur. ### [The Intercepted Letter and the Chariot's Promise](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/vi) Rides to the douar with a message from Ilderim, then guides Ben-Hur by a secret route to Simonides' landing. ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/viii) Revealed as Simonides' agent who reported on Ben-Hur's character. ### [The Chariot Race Preparations](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/x) Loyal servant of Simonides, Malluch helps Ben-Hur set up wagers and spread support for the white faction. ### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/xiv) In the gallery, sees Ben-Hur lean forward and give the reins to his Arabs during the race. ### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/xv) Delivers Simonides's messages about the race aftermath and the Roman payment dispute. ### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/iii) Described as shrewd and trusty, appointed to meet Ben-Hur in Jerusalem and assist in the investigation. ### [Chapter VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/vi) Assists Ben-Hur in searching for his mother and sister, and manages the investigation at the Tower of Antonia. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/i) Writes the letter to Ben-Hur announcing the prophet. ### [Chapter VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/chapters/vi) Ben-Hur calls for him upon arrival, but he is out. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters/malluch - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ben_hur_se/characters