Philodendron Case was the main narrator of The Silver Spike novel. He was born in a farmer’s family. He hated his name. He also hated the agricultural activities. At young age he left his home in search of adventures. He eventually ended as one of the soldiers guarding the Barrowland. His duties were to prevent visitors from entering graveyard and to keep the Dominator and his demons asleep and imprisoned.
During his time in the army, he became good friend with a newcomer, who came to live near the Barrowland. The man called himself Corbie, but in reality he was Raven in disguise. The former Black Company brother was investigating the situation with the protective spells. He spent a lot of his time with Philodendron, teaching him how to read and write and also how to use the sign language. He was also preparing a complicated magic ritual in secret. Unfortunately for Raven the sleeping evil was already awakened and trapped his conscience during the ritual. His body was alive, but catatonic. Philodendron kept him alive for a long time.
Raven was eventually healed and the Dominator was defeated. However Philodendron’s friend was rejected by his love Darling. Raven was completely heartbroken and retreated to the city of Oar. Philodendron followed his old friend and continued to help him with everything he could.
Soon afterwards the imprisoned Dominator and his servants started causing trouble once again. The silver spike was stolen and Raven decided to follow Croaker and ask him for help. The two friends went on a long journey, but couldn't find Croaker. Instead they ended up reunited with Darling’s army.
Philodendron wasn’t very impressed by her ragged clothes, unkempt hair and casual manners. She didn’t seem like a great general and a leader of the rebellion against the Empire. He tried to talk with Darling about Raven and his problems. However they started having long conversations about politics and the perspective of the common man.
Later they all went back to Oar in order to recover the stolen spike. Limper also arrived and attacked the city. They managed to eliminate him once and for all, however there were many casualties, including Raven and Silent.
In the end Philodendron returned to his home in the countryside. He and Darling lived together, had children and told them many interesting stories.