Samhain

Creation & Design

Samhain was created by writer Mike Friedrich and artist Bernie Wrightson, drawing inspiration from Halloween folklore and horror themes.

Early Years

Samhain first appeared as an antagonist to Etrigan the Demon, embodying the spirit of Halloween and representing the darker aspects of the holiday.

Character Development

Over the years, Samhain has evolved from a mere antagonist to a more complex character, often representing the themes of fear, death, and the supernatural in various storylines.

Cultural Reception

Samhain has been received as a unique character within the DC Universe, often praised for his design and thematic relevance to Halloween.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
Aliases:
The Spirit of Halloween
Species:
Demon
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Demon, Justice League Dark
Abilities:
Necromancy, Superhuman strength, Shape-shifting
Equipment:
Magic artifacts, Dark magic
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Green
Hair Color:
Black

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Key Facts

First solo series featuring Vision and Scarlet Witch

1st appearance of Samhain, the physical embodiment of Halloween

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