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Creation & Design

Arseface was created by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon as part of the 'Preacher' series, designed to be a grotesque yet sympathetic character.

Early Years

Arseface, originally named Eugene Root, was a troubled youth who attempted suicide after being bullied, resulting in his disfigured appearance.

Character Development

Throughout the series, Arseface evolves from a mere side character to a symbol of the consequences of violence and the search for redemption, reflecting the series' themes of faith and morality.

Cultural Reception

Arseface has been received as a complex character, often eliciting both sympathy and horror from readers, contributing to the series' critical acclaim.

Character Details

Real Name:
Jesse Custer
First Appearance:
Preacher #2
Aliases:
Arseface
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Preacher, The Saint of Killers
Abilities:
Regeneration, Enhanced strength
Equipment:
Shotgun, Holy relics
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Preacher #2
DC Vertigo ⋅ 1995
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Preacher #2
 
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$1
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$5
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$15

Key Facts

1st appearance of Arseface

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