At the approach, Malcolm gives a single gesture, and the pooch comes fleet-footedly to his side and stands in a way that gives off an impression of 'at attention'. She stares at Fenris for a moment, then up to Malcolm, then to Fenris again, silently assessing and looking for direction, although her tail does slowly wag.

"I'm afraid I'm quite new. It does seem that she's had to play the role by herself, and I hope to ease the burden. Not just for her, of course." This elf has distinctive markings. Familiar in some ways. In relation to the Champion?