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Who Is Morrigan? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Morrigan (Zenescope Entertainment): Morrigan is the former captain of the guard, who became Death.

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Morrigan is a Zenescope Entertainment comic book character, with over 67 comic issue appearances. Morrigan is the former captain of the guard, who became Death.

Who is Morrigan?

Origin Morrigan's true face In love with the princess Esmerelda, the captain of the guard Morrigan planned to elope with her. The king ordered the dwarf Blagg to make Morrigan disappear. Blagg asked a fairy to kidnap Morrigan, leaving behind a 'dear John' note for Esmerelda. Approaching Esmerelda, Blagg told her he knew where Morrigan was held and helped her reach him. Upon freeing Morrigan, Blagg threw acid into Morrigan's face, scarring him. To Esmerelda Blagg said the fairy had disfigured Morrigan. Feeling Blagg had acted honorably, Esmerelda agreed to marry him. When the king went ill not long after, he sent for Morrigan.

Key facts

Morrigan is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "Rip Van Winkle". The character is published by Zenescope Entertainment. With 67 recorded issue appearances, Morrigan ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Morrigan?

Morrigan is the former captain of the guard, who became Death.

When did Morrigan first appear?

Morrigan first appeared in "Rip Van Winkle".

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