A white frontiersman and former friend of Mangas who initially seeks to purchase Riva. After failing to win her hand, he becomes a Union cavalry major tasked with handling the Apache threat. He attempts diplomacy, survives an arrow wound, and ultimately helps Mangas and Riva evade a cavalry trap.
Luke's romantic interest in Riva is unrequited and blocked by Mangas.
A longstanding personal bond persists despite their opposing sides in the conflict.
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