Albert - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Albert, whose full name is Alberto Malich, is the cantankerous and irascible servant of Death, having once been the most powerful wizard on the Disc. He is known for his grumpy demeanor, deep loyalty to Death, and his past as the founder of Unseen University. Albert's significance lies in his unique position as a bridge between the world of the living and the supernatural, providing a humorous yet poignant perspective on mortality.
Physical Appearance
Albert is a wizened, elderly man with a gaunt, skeletal frame that belies his surprisingly spry nature. His face is deeply lined, with a long, hooked nose and bushy eyebrows that seem to have a life of their own. He typically wears a shabby, old-fashioned wizard's robe, which is frayed at the edges and covered in mysterious stains, hinting at his long history with magic. His bony hands are often seen clutching a broom or a ladle, and his eyes, though sunken, gleam with a sharp, calculating intelligence. Despite his age, Albert moves with a quick, purposeful gait, and his presence is marked by a faint smell of pipe tobacco and old books.
Albert Appears In These Discworld Books
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Mort
When Death hires an apprentice named Mort, chaos ensues after Mort falls for a princess destined to die. Mort's meddling with fate threatens the fabric of reality, forcing Death himself to intervene.
Explores mortality, duty, and individual agency highlighting how love and compassion often disrupt orderly systems.
Main characters: mort, death, albert, ysabell, princess keli and igneous cutwell