Count Magpyr Family - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
The Count Magpyr family, led by Count Magpyr, is a group of modern vampires who seek to revolutionize traditional vampiric practices in the Discworld. They are characterized by their disdain for old-fashioned vampire weaknesses, such as garlic and sunlight, and their desire to integrate into human society. Their significance lies in their role as both antagonists and a satirical commentary on the clash between tradition and modernity.
Physical Appearance
The Count Magpyr family is typically depicted with an aristocratic and somewhat haughty appearance, reflecting their noble vampire status. Count Magpyr himself is tall and imposing, with sharp, angular features and a pale complexion that contrasts with his dark, slicked-back hair. He often wears elegant, old-world clothing, such as a tailored black suit with a high-collared cape, adding to his air of sophistication. His eyes are piercing and intelligent, often glinting with a hint of cunning and ambition, while his overall demeanor exudes a sense of superiority and confidence.
Count Magpyr Family Appears In These Discworld Books
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Carpe Jugulum
Lancre is invaded by modern, sophisticated vampires who defy traditional weaknesses. Granny Weatherwax and her coven face their toughest challenge yet, testing their magic and resolve.
Questions moral relativism, modernity's moral compromises, and the struggle between tradition and progress.
Main characters: granny weatherwax, nanny ogg, agnes nitt, magrat garlick, king verence, count magpyr family and mightily oats