When Blake is sheltered by Ethan, a seemingly sane resident of the village, she visits him to viciously slay him for his "sins", as well as for knowing of Blake's whereabouts, which he denies. Marta is first encountered by Blake while she mumbles gospel quotes and patrols the middle of the town at night, acting as its enforcer. Using metaphors to explain to Marta that her deeds are righteous (saying if she does not get rid of the rabid dog or venomous spider knowing what they are, is she not responsible as them when they kill), he says that her murders are not sins but actually pious deeds to save her town. Her murders are her path to salvation because she is getting rid of the "criminals" before they commit their prophesied sins. He explains that Marta is trusted to perform the sacred duty of being witness, judge and executioner. However, Knoth tells her that she may not even lift a finger and be considered a sinner in the eyes of God. She feels unhappy taking the lives of people despite what their affiliations or beliefs are. It is also mentioned that Marta's Faith is considered "imperfect." Knoth says this to her because she actually views her murders as sins. The aforementioned notes show that Marta was an "intimate" and close friend of Knoth's since her childhood, whom he states is his "best beloved." Not much is known about Marta's background aside a few notes.
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