Dil The Embalmer - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Dil the Embalmer is a meticulous and somewhat morbid character who takes great pride in his work preserving the dead in the ancient kingdom of Djelibeybi. Known for his dry wit and dedication to his craft, Dil plays a crucial role in the events of 'Pyramids' as he navigates the peculiarities of life and death in a land where the two often overlap. His significance lies in his embodiment of the Discworld's unique approach to death, blending humor with the macabre.
Physical Appearance
Dil the Embalmer is a thin, almost skeletal figure, fitting for someone who spends his days among the dead. He is often seen wearing traditional embalmer's robes, which are long, flowing, and adorned with hieroglyphic patterns that speak to the ancient customs of Djelibeybi. His face is gaunt, with sharp cheekbones and a nose that seems to have been chiseled from stone, giving him a perpetually serious expression. His hands are deft and precise, stained with the various substances of his trade, and he carries an assortment of embalming tools tucked into his belt, always ready for the next client.
Dil The Embalmer Appears In These Discworld Books
- 7
Pyramids
Teppic, trained as an assassin, inherits his father's kingdom complete with ancient pyramids whose magic begins to warp reality itself. He must untangle myth from reality to save his kingdom from oblivion.
Questions tradition and blind faith, emphasizing the struggle between progress and cultural stagnation.
Main characters: teppic, dios, ptraci, you bastard and dil the embalmer