Nanny Ogg - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
A jovial, earthy, and sociable witch who's the matriarch of the large Ogg clan. Despite her seemingly carefree personality, she's extremely shrewd and nearly as powerful as Granny Weatherwax. Known for her bawdy humor, love of drinking, and inappropriate songs.
Physical Appearance
Nanny Ogg is a plump, cheerful elderly witch with a broad, rosy-cheeked face and twinkling eyes full of mischief. Her short, curly gray hair usually peeks out untidily beneath a floppy, slightly battered witch's hat. She wears comfortable, mismatched clothing, often consisting of loose-fitting dresses, layered shawls, and well-worn boots. Her cheerful, jovial presence is frequently punctuated by laughter, playful gestures, and an ever-present, knowing grin.
Nanny Ogg Appears In These Discworld Books
- 6
Wyrd Sisters
Three witches Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, and Magrat Garlick become entangled in royal intrigue. They must restore order in Lancre after the king is murdered, drawing heavily from Shakespearean elements of magic and mischief.
A humorous yet insightful commentary on politics, manipulation, and the power of stories to shape reality.
Main characters: granny weatherwax, nanny ogg, magrat garlick, duke felmet, duchess felmet and tomjon
- 12
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
- 14
Lords and Ladies
Granny Weatherwax and her coven confront malevolent elves threatening their homeland during midsummer. Their battle pits witchcraft against fairy glamour in a tale of enchantment and danger.
Deconstructs romanticized myths, illustrating the harsh reality beneath seemingly charming legends and the importance of resisting glamorized oppression.
Main characters: granny weatherwax, nanny ogg, magrat garlick, king verence ii, elven queen and casanunda
- 18
Maskerade
Granny and Nanny investigate an operatic ghost haunting the Ankh-Morpork Opera House, parodying the classic Phantom tale. Murder, mystery, and music intertwine with comedic results.
Critiques superficiality, obsession with appearance, and the masks people wear in society and relationships.
Main characters: granny weatherwax, nanny ogg, agnes nitt, christine, mr salzella and walter plinge
- 23
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
- 35
Wintersmith
Tiffany Aching attracts the attention of the Wintersmith, an elemental being obsessed with humanity. She must master new powers to end winter's deadly grip.
Deals with adolescence, responsibility, and accepting the consequences of one's actions, highlighting maturity and balance.
Main characters: tiffany aching, wintersmith, granny weatherwax, nanny ogg, annagramma and roland
- 38
I Shall Wear Midnight
Tiffany Aching faces suspicion and hostility as witches fall under public distrust. She must confront dark forces and societal fears.
Confronts fear, bigotry, and mob mentality, emphasizing compassion, justice, and personal integrity amid widespread hysteria.
Main characters: tiffany aching, preston, roland, letitia keepsake, nac mac feegle and the cunning man