Central protagonist, a paralyzed villager cured by pilgrims who becomes a legendary bogatyr. He wields Svyatogor's sword, defeats the monster Nightingale, kills the Tugar ambassador, endures a decade of imprisonment, leads the defense of Kiev, reconciles with his son Sokolnichek, and ultimately secures victory against the invading horde.
Ilya and Dobrynya form a core combat partnership within the elite warrior brotherhood.
Prince Vladimir recognizes Ilya's valor and provides the political backing needed to form the brotherhood.
Mishatychka sacrifices his community's safety to save himself, becoming Ilya's primary internal enemy.
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