Lilith De Tempscire - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Lilith De Tempscire, also known as Lily Weatherwax, is a powerful and ambitious witch who serves as the main antagonist in 'Witches Abroad.' She is Granny Weatherwax's sister and is driven by a desire to control and reshape reality according to her own fairy tale ideals. Her significance lies in her embodiment of the dangers of unchecked power and the manipulation of stories, making her a formidable opponent to the witches of Lancre.
Physical Appearance
Lilith De Tempscire is a strikingly beautiful woman with an air of cold elegance, often described as having a face that could launch a thousand ships. She has long, flowing black hair and piercing blue eyes that seem to see right through people. Her clothing is typically elaborate and regal, favoring gowns that shimmer with an almost magical quality, often in shades of silver and blue. A distinctive feature is her use of mirrors, both as a tool and a motif, reflecting her obsession with appearances and control. Her presence is both commanding and unsettling, with a smile that never quite reaches her eyes.
Lilith De Tempscire Appears In These Discworld Books
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Witches Abroad
The witches Granny, Nanny, and Magrat travel abroad to prevent a twisted fairy tale from coming true. They soon discover that stopping happily-ever-afters is harder than it seems.
Critiques storytelling cliches and the power of narrative, exploring how imposed narratives limit individual freedom.
Main characters: granny weatherwax, nanny ogg, magrat garlick, lilith de tempscire and greebo