Durnik

Durnik is a fictional character in David Eddings’ Belgariad and Malloreon fantasy series. He is introduced as a sturdy, good-natured blacksmith who later becomes a priest of Aldur, a member of the religious order devoted to the Will and the Word.

In the Belgariad, Durnik travels with Garion, Belgarath, Polgara, and the other protagonists on their quest. He is portrayed as practical, loyal, and level-headed, serving as a steady counterbalance to more impulsive or magical characters. His skills as a smith and his physical strength are useful in various situations, while his faith and moral compass guide his decisions.

Durnik’s role throughout the narrative is that of a reliable ally and moral touchstone. He embodies humility, duty, and a cautious pragmatism that often helps the group navigate dangers without sacrificing their ethical principles.

Reception of the character among readers tends to emphasize his reliability and ordinary virtue within the epic’s extraordinary events. Durnik remains a memorable supporting figure in the Belgariad, valued for his steadfast nature as the story broadens into the Malloreon, where he continues to aid the protagonists in their ongoing trials and confrontations with broader threats.