The Lòrien archer recognized the Golden Prince from Mirkwood immediately upon walking into camp. The beautiful Elf could not hide despite his plain, non-descript clothes. As soon as Haldir received word from Luinil that the young Elf was going to be a spy for Thranduil, the Guardian of Lòrien had been trying to find a way to be involved in the Joint Army so he could be of help to the introvert Prince. He knew Legolas would require as much assistance as he could get to fulfill his first 'field assignment'. When Lord Elrond requested a master archer to help with training the new recruits, Haldir volunteered immediately.