A visitor from outside the Marsh whom Joanna falls in love with. He becomes her fiancé but tragically dies on the eve of their marriage.
The two men compete for Joanna's affection, with Martin ultimately winning her heart before his death.
Martin becomes Joanna's romantic partner and intended husband, representing a connection to the world beyond the Marsh.
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