Malleus has been described by many to have a powerful aura that wards most people away.
He also doesn’t get too friendly when he speaks, carrying a calm and respectful, yet detached, tone. Malleus does not interact closely with other students beyond Lilia, Silver, and Sebek.
This is mainly due to others feeling intimidated and avoiding him and this reason, occasionally, Malleus demonstrates a complicated dynamic with humans; he refuses to create a Magicam account and declines to participate in the SDC despite Lilia's prompting, lacking any desire to be put on exhibition for their amusement.
Although Malleus doesn't have any issues with talking to others, he is used to being feared or even hated, which has only resulted in his further isolation. Even those who want to get closer to him (like Silver or Sebek) fail to do so.
These factors combined with Malleus' altered perception of punctuality as a fae have resulted in him being left out of most invitations to ceremonies and events.[1]
Despite enjoying time alone, Malleus shows signs of loneliness and a desire to connect normally with others. He is also said to have a naïve and childish side to him, as he grew up isolated from the outside world in Briar Valley.
Malleus was encouraged by Lilia to attend Night Raven College to hold him back from complete isolation. Though Malleus' knowledge and magical prowess already exceeds anything he could learn at the school, Lilia believes he still has a lot to learn and that knowledge isn't everything.
For this motivation, Malleus is also shown to be open to trying new things, despite those around him are reluctant to let him. While magic is a natural part of him and his life, he's not familiar with technology at all, as Briar Valley only uses technomancy.
Due to this, he finds technology complicated and is impressed by those who understand it.[2]
Due to his limited experience in life and relationships with others, Malleus has a hard time letting go and allowing change.
Malleus is fiercely protective over the things he holds dear, to the point that he will do anything in his power to protect and preserve them. This protective streak is what leads to the events of Book 7, where he is driven by his fear of losing Lilia, the person closest to him.
Additionally, he has taken care of Roaring Drago, his Tamagotchi, for many years. Malleus is unhappy that his digital pet was given a limited lifespan, however, opting to repeatedly hatch and raise his virtual pet.
Malleus also possesses a playful streak, according to Cater. His sense of humor, however, is often misunderstood.
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