Lubov
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[edit] Character Development
As of episode 3, Stage Fright, Lubov has not been shown interacting with any other Russians. He may not have any connection to the Borodins or he may have a long term mafia engagement and the opportunity to mislead Ballard is a bonus. Lubov insists the Dollhouse is an urban legend, but says that he wish it were real so he could sign up and "wipe all of [his] terrible burdens away." Ironically, this same episode reveals that Lubov is already the Active known as Victor.
In the episode Gray Hour Lubov is hiding in Ballard's apartment when he comes home from the hospital. He ask Ballard to put him in to witness protection because the Borodins now know that he is speaking with the FBI. Ballard leaves saying that he will see what he can do. When he returns, Ballard tells Lubov that the entire FBI is looking for him and that he has no where to go. Ballard says that you can learn a lot by how the Russians kill someone. If Lubov is telling the truth, Ballard will know it from his body.
[edit] Persona
The "new guy" in the Los Angeles Russian Mob.
The Lubov imprint apparently has lockpicking experience as shown by his attempt to break into Ballard's apartment in "Stage Fright". When confronted by Mellie while trying to break into Ballard's apartment in "Stage Fright" he clumsily attempts to talk his way out of it showing a tendency toward trying to talk his way out of problems rather than quickly resorting to violence. He's flashy but practical, ordering the best champagne for the girls at his table but only the first couple of bottles, then the house brand will do.
Despite the fact that Ballard introduced himself by holding a gun to Lubov's head while he was using the restroom, their relationship is cordial. He claims "terrible pity" for Ballard is motivating him to help with the investigation indicating a certain personal friendliness. He ends the conversation by telling Ballard to "watch his back." Lubov does not take part in the subsequent attack on Ballard possibly because he isn't aware that it's a set up, or because he wants plausible deniability, or because Lubov isn't a violent imprint, or out of affection for Ballard.
[edit] Parameter
Impede Ballard's Dollhouse investigation by providing false information. Provide Ballard with closure on the Dollhouse case by acting as a complete dead end.
[edit] Notes
"Lubov" is a Russian word meaning "love." It also is female given name.
