Todd’s realization of the knife’s power equates to his value for life. A knife is a powerful object because of its ability to take away life. This explains why he keeps it in the sheath behind him—to remove it from his sight and ensure he does not use. The statement, “When luck ain’t with you, it’s against you,” is used by Todd to imply the difficulties that the girl might have faced after landing. Aside from her parents dying, she must have also been discovered and chased by Aaron in his pursuit to use her as a sacrifice. This could explain her silence and inability to trust Todd completely.