Master Darque
Creation & Design
Master Darque was created as a powerful antagonist for the Shadowman series, embodying themes of death and the supernatural.Early Years
Initially introduced as a sorcerer with a deep connection to the Deadside, Master Darque quickly became a central figure in the Shadowman mythos.Character Development
Over the years, Master Darque has evolved from a mere villain to a complex character with motivations rooted in loss and power, making him a significant figure in the Valiant Comics landscape.Cultural Reception
Master Darque has been well-received as a compelling antagonist, praised for his depth and the dark themes he represents.Character Details
Real Name:
Master Darque
Aliases:
The Dark Master, Lord of the Dead
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Deadside, The Shadowman
Abilities:
Necromancy, Dark Magic, Immortality
Equipment:
Dark Artifacts, Magical Talismans
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
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Shadowman #7
Valiant
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1992
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Vol. 1
1st cameo appearance of Master Darque, voice only
Shadowman #8
Valiant
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1992
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Vol. 1
2nd cameo appearance of Master Darque, appears in multiple panels but obscured by shadows
2nd cameo appearance of Master Darque, appears in multiple panels but obscured by shadows
Eternal Warrior #6
Valiant
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1993
•
Vol. 1
1st full appearance of Master Darque
Shadowman #10
Valiant
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1993
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Sandria Darque, the sister of Master Darque
Archer & Armstrong #9
Valiant
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1993
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Mademoiselle Noir, a woman imbued with powers of seduction by Master Darque
1st appearance of Mademoiselle Noir, a woman imbued with powers of seduction by Master Darque
Shadowman #1
Valiant
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2012
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Vol. 4
Reintroduction of Shadowman, Jack Bonafice in the VEI Universe
Reintroduction of Master Darque
1st appearance of the first Shadowman Josiah Bonafice, Jack's father
1st appearance of Dox, ally to Shadowman
1st appearance of Mr.Twist, a demon who hunts Shadowman in the Deadside
Reintroduction of Shadowman, Jack Bonafice in the VEI Universe
Reintroduction of Master Darque
1st appearance of the first Shadowman Josiah Bonafice, Jack's father
1st appearance of Dox, ally to Shadowman
1st appearance of Mr.Twist, a demon who hunts Shadowman in the Deadside
Shadowman #5
Valiant
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2013
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Vol. 4
1st appearance of Dr. Mirage, Shan Fong, a paranormal investigator of Korean descent
1st appearance of Dr. Mirage, Shan Fong, a paranormal investigator of Korean descent
Variant cover art by Dave Johnson
Variant cover art by Ben Templesmith
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