Death (Endless)
Creation & Design
Death was created by Neil Gaiman as part of The Endless, a group of anthropomorphic personifications. She was designed to be a more approachable and compassionate representation of death.Early Years
Death first appeared in The Sandman series, where she was depicted as a goth girl who guides souls to the afterlife. Her character quickly became a fan favorite due to her relatable personality and unique perspective on life and death.Character Development
Over the years, Death has evolved from a mere personification of death to a complex character with her own storylines and emotional depth. Her interactions with other Endless and mortals have shaped her into a beloved figure in the comic book world.Cultural Reception
Death has been widely praised for her unique portrayal, breaking stereotypes associated with death. She has garnered a significant fanbase and is often cited as a positive representation of mortality.Character Details
Real Name:
Death
Aliases:
Death of the Endless, Sister of Dream
Species:
Endless
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Endless, The Sandman
Abilities:
Immortality, Control over death, Empathy
Equipment:
Scythe, Book of the Dead
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
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The Sandman #8
DC Vertigo
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1989
•
Vol. 2
1st appearance of Death, Dream’s sister
Captain Atom #42
DC
•
1990
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Death of The Endless in the DC Universe, outside of Vertigo
Cameo appearance of the death entity known as The Black Racer from Kirby's Fourth World
Dream makes his first appearance in the DC Universe and third overall appearance in Swamp Thing #84
1st appearance of Death of The Endless in the DC Universe, outside of Vertigo
Cameo appearance of the death entity known as The Black Racer from Kirby's Fourth World
Dream makes his first appearance in the DC Universe and third overall appearance in Swamp Thing #84
Comics Interview #116
Comics Interview
•
1992
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Chris Bachalo featuring Death of the Endless
Vertigo Sampler
DC Vertigo
•
1992
•
Vol. 1
Six-page preview of Death: The High Cost of Living #1
Three-page preview of Sandman Mystery Theatre #1
Two-page preview of Enigma #1
Six-page preview of Death: The High Cost of Living #1
Three-page preview of Sandman Mystery Theatre #1
Two-page preview of Enigma #1
Vertigo Preview #1
DC Vertigo
•
1992
•
Vol. 1
7-page original story written by Neil Gaiman, featuring Sandman that did not appear in the periodical Sandman comic book series
Story was later reprinted in trade paperbacks Fables & Reflections (Library Edition Book and Absolute Sandman Book 3)
Story synopsis: Sandman enters the dream of a young man to help him cope with his fear of falling
Two-page preview of Death: The High Cost of Living, the first solo series featuring Death of the Endless
7-page original story written by Neil Gaiman, featuring Sandman that did not appear in the periodical Sandman comic book series
Story was later reprinted in trade paperbacks Fables & Reflections (Library Edition Book and Absolute Sandman Book 3)
Story synopsis: Sandman enters the dream of a young man to help him cope with his fear of falling
Two-page preview of Death: The High Cost of Living, the first solo series featuring Death of the Endless
Shade the Changing Man #32
DC Vertigo
•
1993
•
Vol. 2
Seven-page promotional insert featuring Death from the Sandman series
AIDS awareness story with Death demonstrating how to properly wear a condom using a banana as a prop
Guest-starring John Constantine who provides the banana
Reprinted as a standalone promotional giveaway
This issue went on-sale one week before Hellblazer #62 and Sandman #46 which also included the insert
Seven-page promotional insert featuring Death from the Sandman series
AIDS awareness story with Death demonstrating how to properly wear a condom using a banana as a prop
Guest-starring John Constantine who provides the banana
Reprinted as a standalone promotional giveaway
This issue went on-sale one week before Hellblazer #62 and Sandman #46 which also included the insert
Death: The High Cost of Living #1
DC Vertigo
•
1993
•
Vol. 1
First issue published under DC's Vertigo imprint, intended for mature readers
First issue published under DC's Vertigo imprint, intended for mature readers
Death: The High Cost of Living #2
DC Vertigo
•
1993
•
Vol. 1
Mini-series
Death: The High Cost of Living #3
DC Vertigo
•
1993
•
Vol. 1
Mini-series
Musings #1
Calliope Comics
•
1993
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Jill Thompson featuring Sandman of the Endless and his siblings Death and Delirium
Musings was a four-issue comic review journal published in 1993 by Calliope Comics
Cover art by Jill Thompson featuring Sandman of the Endless and his siblings Death and Delirium
Musings was a four-issue comic review journal published in 1993 by Calliope Comics
7-page promotional giveaway featuring Death from the Sandman series
AIDS awareness story with Death demonstrating how to properly wear a condom using a banana as a prop
Guest-starring John Constantine who provides the banana
Originally printed in Shade the Changing Man #32
7-page promotional giveaway featuring Death from the Sandman series
AIDS awareness story with Death demonstrating how to properly wear a condom using a banana as a prop
Guest-starring John Constantine who provides the banana
Originally printed in Shade the Changing Man #32
Incredible Hulk #418
Marvel
•
1994
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Talos the Untamed
Cameo appearance by Death of the Endless from DC Vertigo's Sandman series
Marriage of Marlo Chandler and Rick Jones
Peter David, the writer, officiates the ceremony
ROM appears in human form
1st appearance of Talos the Untamed
Cameo appearance by Death of the Endless from DC Vertigo's Sandman series
Marriage of Marlo Chandler and Rick Jones
Peter David, the writer, officiates the ceremony
ROM appears in human form
Promotional preview edition of issue #1 - #3 of the series
Monograficos Dolmen #16
Dolmen Editorial
•
2004
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Death from Neil Gaiman's 'Sandman' - originally published in the one-shot 'A Death Gallery'As of Nov 2023 there are 7 graded copies of this rare Spanish comic, none higher than 9.2
Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Death from Neil Gaiman's 'Sandman' - originally published in the one-shot 'A Death Gallery'As of Nov 2023 there are 7 graded copies of this rare Spanish comic, none higher than 9.2
Variant cover art by Frank Quitely featuring Death of the Endless
Action Comics #894
DC
•
2010
•
Vol. 1
1st cover appearance of Death on a mainstream DC book
It is a common misconception that Death first appears in DC’s mainstream universe in this issue but a decade earlier she appears in Captain Atom #42. In fact, she appears in the Marvel Universe prior to her appearance in Action Comics when she makes a cameo at the wedding of Rick Jones and Marlo Chandler in the Incredible Hulk #418
1st cover appearance of Death on a mainstream DC book
It is a common misconception that Death first appears in DC’s mainstream universe in this issue but a decade earlier she appears in Captain Atom #42. In fact, she appears in the Marvel Universe prior to her appearance in Action Comics when she makes a cameo at the wedding of Rick Jones and Marlo Chandler in the Incredible Hulk #418
Newsstand edition, UPC box does not include the text ‘DIRECT EDITION’
Newsstand edition, UPC box does not include the text ‘DIRECT EDITION’
Variant cover art by P. Craig Russell
Variant cover art by Jenny Frison
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