Mort - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
Mort, short for Mortimer, is an awkward yet earnest young man who becomes Death's apprentice in the Discworld novel 'Mort.' His journey from a bumbling farm boy to a figure of cosmic significance highlights his growth in responsibility and understanding of life and death. Mort's significance lies in his unique perspective on mortality, which brings a human touch to the otherwise impersonal nature of Death's duties.
Physical Appearance
Mort is a gangly, awkward teenager with a shock of unruly red hair that seems to defy gravity. His limbs are long and thin, giving him a somewhat gawky appearance, and his face is often set in a look of earnest concentration or confusion. Initially dressed in simple farm clothes, Mort's attire evolves to include the traditional black robe of Death's apprentice, complete with a scythe that seems comically oversized for his slender frame. His wide, innocent eyes and slightly crooked smile add to his endearing, if somewhat clumsy, charm.
Mort Appears In These Discworld Books
- 4
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