Ian Nottingham

Creation & Design

Ian Nottingham was created by writer Garth Ennis and artist Marc Silvestri as part of the Top Cow universe, first appearing in 'The Darkness' series. He was designed as a complex character with a dark past and a connection to the supernatural.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a loyal bodyguard to Jackie Estacado, Nottingham's character evolved as he became embroiled in the supernatural elements of the Darkness mythos, showcasing his skills as a warrior and his moral complexities.

Character Development

Throughout his appearances, Ian Nottingham has evolved from a mere bodyguard to a complex character with his own motivations and struggles, often reflecting themes of loyalty, power, and redemption.

Cultural Reception

Ian Nottingham has been well-received by fans for his depth and complexity, often praised for his moral ambiguity and compelling storylines.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ian Nottingham
First Appearance:
Witchblade #1
Aliases:
The Darkness, The Knight
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Darkness, The Witchblade
Abilities:
Master swordsman, Enhanced strength, Immortality
Equipment:
Sword of the Darkness, Various firearms
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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Top Cow ⋅ 1995
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$20

Key Facts

2nd appearance of Witchblade

Premiere issue of Witchblade's first solo series

1st appearance of Ian Nottingham

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