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This is a list of characters from the Highlander franchise.

Major characters

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Main article: Highlander (franchise)

Major characters appear in more than one movie or series. Works are presented in chronological order.

Name Portrayed by Appearances Year(s)
Connor MacLeod
Christopher LambertHighlander, Highlander II: The Quickening, Highlander III: The Sorcerer, Highlander: The Series, Highlander: Endgame1986–2000
The "Highlander" is a 500-year-old Immortal who must fight fearful enemies to win The Prize.
Ramírez
Sean ConneryHighlander, Highlander II: The Quickening1986–1991
Connor's first mentor, Ramírez is killed by The Kurgan in Highlander. He is revived in Highlander II to help Connor again.
Rachel Ellenstein
Sheila GishHighlander, Highlander: Endgame1986–2000
A war orphan, she is adopted by Connor MacLeod. Through the years their relationship evolves from a father/daughter relationship to a brother/sister one. She is killed by Jacob Kell.
Heather MacLeod
Beatie EdneyHighlander, Highlander: Endgame1986–2000
Connor's first wife, Heather is a mortal. They live a peaceful life, except the few occasions Immortals interfere, until her death.
Duncan MacLeod
Adrian PaulHighlander: The Series, Highlander: Endgame, Highlander: The Source1992–2007
Connor MacLeod's clansman and friend.
Amanda
Elizabeth GracenHighlander: The Series, Highlander: The Raven1992–1999
A 1,200-year-old Immortal, a thief and Duncan's lover on more than one occasion.
Joe Dawson
Jim ByrnesHighlander: The Series, Highlander: The Raven, Highlander: Endgame, Highlander: The Source1992–2007
Duncan MacLeod's Watcher. He becomes one of his close friends.
Methos
Peter WingfieldHighlander: The Series, Highlander: Endgame, Highlander: The Source1992–2007
The legendary oldest Immortal and Duncan's friend, always ready to advise him.

Films

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Introduced in Highlander (1986)

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Connor MacLeod
Christopher LambertHighlander, Highlander II: The Quickening, Highlander III: The Sorcerer, Highlander: The Series, Highlander: Endgame1986–2000
The "Highlander" is a 500-year-old Immortal who must fight fearful enemies to win The Game. Died for the first time in a battle in 1535 in Scotland.
Ramírez
Sean ConneryHighlander, Highlander II: The Quickening1986–1991
Connor's first mentor, Ramírez is killed by The Kurgan in Highlander. He is revived in Highlander II to help Connor again.
Rachel Ellenstein
Sheila GishHighlander, Highlander: Endgame1986–2000
A war orphan, she is adopted by Connor MacLeod. Through the years their relationship evolves from a father/daughter relationship to a brother/sister one. She is killed by Jacob Kell.
Heather MacLeod
Beatie EdneyHighlander, Highlander: Endgame1986–2000
Connor's first wife, Heather is a mortal. They live a peaceful life, except the few occasions Immortals interfere, until her death.
The Kurgan
Clancy BrownHighlander1986
The most evil and powerful Immortal that ever existed, he faced MacLeod in the 1985 Gathering. In the end, MacLeod was victorious.
Brenda Wyatt
Roxanne HartHighlander1986
Connor MacLeod's second wife. They met in 1985, at the time of "The Gathering", when Connor faced The Kurgan. The means of her death varies by sequel: solar radiation in Highlander II, a car accident in Highlander III, and a hit-and-run by Jacob Kell in Highlander IV (deleted scene).
Angus MacLeod
James CosmoHighlander1986
Connor MacLeod's father, chief of the Scottish clan of MacLeods
Dugal MacLeod
Billy HartmanHighlander1986
Cousin of Connor MacLeod from Scottish clan of MacLeods. One of the main leader of the crowd that banished Connor after his first resurrection.
Iman Fasil
Peter DiamondHighlander1986
French immortal beheaded as a first of its kind in the original Highlander movie.
Sunda Kastagir
Hugh QuarshieHighlander1986
Immortal friend of Connor MacLeod. Killed by Kurgan during gathering.

Introduced in Highlander II: The Quickening (1991)

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Louise Marcus
Virginia MadsenHighlander II: The Quickening1991
An environmentalist in 2024, she asks Connor MacLeod to help her take down the evil Shield Corporation, but becomes entangled in Immortal business. After the problems are resolved, she begins a new life with MacLeod.
General Katana
Michael IronsideHighlander II: The Quickening1991
General Katana was a madman who ruled the Immortals in the distant past (originally on the planet Zeist in the original cut), exiling many of them into the future (Earth in the original cut) to fight in The Game, being reborn in doing so. When Connor MacLeod won The Prize, Katana journeyed forward in time (from Zeist to Earth in the original cut) in an attempt to slay him personally, but failed, and was beheaded by MacLeod.
Corda
Pete AnticoHighlander II: The Quickening1991
One of General Katana's Immortal henchmen.
Reno
Peter BucossiHighlander II: The Quickening1991
One of General Katana's Immortal henchmen.

Introduced in Highlander III: The Sorcerer (1994)

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Main article: Highlander III: The Sorcerer
Name Portrayed by Appearance
Nakano
MakoHighlander III: The Sorcerer1994
Connor's second mentor and Ramírez former mentor, he was a master of illusion. He was beheaded by Kane.
Kane
Mario Van PeeblesHighlander III: The Sorcerer1994
Kane was a Mongolian warrior who killed Connor's master, Nakano, and gained from him the power of illusion. He was trapped in a cave for 400 years and challenged MacLeod after escaping. MacLeod killed him.
John MacLeod
Gabriel KakonHighlander III: The Sorcerer1994
Connor and Brenda's adoptive son. After Brenda's death, Connor and John moved to Marrakesh and lived peacefully until Kane's arrival.
Dr. Alexandra Johnson
Deborah Kara UngerHighlander III: The Sorcerer1994
She was in charge of the excavations that freed Kane. Her curiosity led her to Connor MacLeod and the two fell in love. After killing Kane and becoming mortal, Connor began a new life with Alex.

Introduced in Highlander: Endgame (2000)

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Main article: Highlander: Endgame
Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Kate MacLeod
Lisa BarbusciaHighlander: Endgame2000
Duncan MacLeod's only wife, she was Immortal. To trigger her immortality by means of a violent death, Duncan stabbed her on their wedding night. She held a grudge for years until they made peace with each other and restarted their marriage. *Note: In "Darkness", Season 2. It was indicated that Duncan had never married. And Tessa was to have been his first wife before she was killed.
Jacob Kell
Bruce PayneHighlander: Endgame2000
Connor's clansman, he burned Connor's mother alive for being the mother of "the devil". Connor killed him and he became Immortal. To make Connor suffer he tried to kill all his loved ones. He targeted Duncan, but ended up losing his head to him.

Introduced in Highlander: The Source (2007)

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Main article: Highlander: The Source
Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Anna Teshemka
Thekla ReutenHighlander: The Source2007
The Guardian
Cristian SolimenoHighlander: The Source2007
The Guardian was born c.11,000 B.C.E. He was an ancient Immortal of 13,012 years, who was once on search for the mysterious source of Immortality circa 7988 B.C.E. He and the others did not succeed, and he was forced to protect The Source forever.
Cardinal Giovanni
Thom FellHighlander: The Source2007
A very old Immortal, and a high-ranking member of the Roman Catholic Church, he was a Vatican bureaucrat.
Zai Jie
Stephen Rahman-HughesHighlander: The Source2007
Zai Jie was an Immortal who was part of an effort by a cadre of Immortals to find the location of the mysterious Source.
Reggie Weller
Stephen WightHighlander: The Source2007
Reggie Weller was an Immortal working as an astronomer, who was part of the group seeking the mysterious Source in the movie of the same name.

Series

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Highlander: The Series (1992–1998)

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The characters listed are those played by the regular and the recurring cast, as well as the guest cast credited in the opening credits. Characters played by guest cast listed in the closing credits are not listed. Characters are listed chronologically by order of appearance.

Main characters

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Episode(s)
Duncan MacLeod
Adrian PaulHighlander: The Series, Highlander: Endgame, Highlander: The SourceAll episodes except "Two of Hearts", "Indiscretions"
Connor MacLeod's clansman and friend.
Richie Ryan
Stan KirschHighlander: The Series"The Gathering" through "Archangel", "To Be", "Not To Be"
Introduced to the series as a petty criminal, he was revealed to be an Immortal and became Duncan's protégé. He was accidentally killed by Duncan in the episode "Archangel".
Tessa Noël
Alexandra VandernootHighlander: The Series"The Gathering" through "The Darkness", "Counterfeit, Part 1", "Counterfeit, Part 2", "Leader of the Pack", "To Be", "Not To Be"
Duncan's long-time mortal girlfriend. She was killed by a mugger in the second season episode "The Darkness".
Randi McFarland
Amanda WyssHighlander: The Series"Innocent Man", "Bad Day in Building A", "Deadly Medicine".
Ambitious television reporter, who suspects a mystery around Duncan, Tessa and Richie.
Joe Dawson
Jim ByrnesHighlander: The Series, Highlander: The Raven, Highlander: Endgame, Highlander: The Source"The Watchers" through "Not To Be"
Duncan MacLeod's Watcher. He becomes one of his close friends.
Charlie DeSalvo
Philip AkinHighlander: The Series"Turnabout" through "Unholy Alliance, Part 2", "The Samurai", "Line of Fire", "The Revolutionary", "Brothers in Arms"
A mortal friend of MacLeod's who did not know about Immortals. He found out about Immortals from Duncan when he was dying from injuries inflicted by Immortal Andrew Cord (Wolfgang Bodison) in the episode "Brother in Arms".
Anne Lindsey
Lisa HowardHighlander: The Series"The Revolutionary" through "Mortal Sins", "Reunion", "The Blitz"
A mortal doctor who was Duncan's girlfriend in the third season. In the beginning she was unaware of Immortals, later, however, she found out about Immortals, and being unable to deal with it she and Duncan separated, but remained good friends.

Recurring characters

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Name Portrayed by Episode Year(s)
Sergeant Thomas Powell
Wendell Wright"The Gathering", "The Road Not Taken", "Innocent Man"1992
A Seacouver police officer whose cases seemed to always involve MacLeod and Richie.
Ian MacLeod
Matthew Walker"Family Tree", "Homeland", "Prophecy"1992–1996
Duncan MacLeod's foster father.
Angie Burke
Christianne Hirt"Family Tree", "Revenge Is Sweet"1992
Richie Ryan's oldest friend and a former biker/heavy metal groupie.
Commissioner Stanley "Stosh" Cominski
Jay Brazeau"Free Fall", "Bad Day in Building A"1992
A Seacouver police officer who suspected of MacLeod's involvement in several crimes.
Sam Thompson
Leslie Carlson"Free Fall", "Deadly Medicine"1992
A renaissance man whose technical and computer skills help get Duncan MacLeod out of his predicaments.
Sergeant Ray Bennett
Tim Reid"Revenge Is Sweet", "See No Evil", "Eyewitness"1992
A Seacouver police officer whose investigations always had Duncan MacLeod as a suspect or witness.
Darius
Werner Stocker"Band of Brothers", "For Tomorrow We Die", "The Beast Below", "Saving Grace", "The Hunters"1993
A 2,000-year-old Immortal who lived as a monk who was beheaded by Hunter James Horton.
Inspector Raymond LeBrun
Hugues Leforestier"For Evil's Sake", "For Tomorrow We Die", "Saving Grace"1993
A French inspector whose cases always had Duncan MacLeod as a suspect or witness.
Xavier St. Cloud
Roland Gift"For Tomorrow We Die", "Unholy Alliance, Part 1", "Unholy Alliance, Part 2", "Finale, Part 1", "Double Jeopardy"1993–1996
MacLeod's archenemy in the first two seasons; he was killed by MacLeod in "Unholy Alliance, Part 2".
Amanda
Elizabeth Gracen"The Lady and The Tiger", "The Return of Amanda", "Legacy", "The Cross of St. Antoine", "Rite of Passage", "Finale, Part 1", "Finale, Part 2", "Double Eagle", "Reunion", "The Colonel", "Methuselah's Gift", "The Immortal Cimoli", "Dramatic License", "Money No Object", "The Stone of Scone", "Forgive Us Our Trespasses", "To Be", "Not To Be"1993–1998
A 1,200 year old Immortal, a thief and Duncan's lover on more than one occasion.
Hugh Fitzcairn
Roger Daltrey"The Hunters", "Star-Crossed", "Till Death", "The Stone of Scone", "Unusual Suspects", "To Be", "Not To Be"1993–1998
Duncan MacLeod's Immortal friend; he was beheaded by Kalas in the episode ("Star-Crossed").
James Horton
Peter Hudson"The Hunters", "The Watchers", "Unholy Alliance, Part 1", "Unholy Alliance, Part 2", "Counterfeit, Part 1", "Counterfeit, Part 2", "One Minute to Midnight", "To Be", "Not To Be"1993–1998
A renegade Watcher, Horton was the leader of The Hunters, a group of Watchers whose goal was to kill Immortals. He became obsessed in killing MacLeod but died at his hands in "Counterfeit, Part 2".
Carl Robinson
Bruce A. Young"Run For Your Life", "Manhunt"1993–1996
An African-American Immortal friend of MacLeod's who was once a slave.
Kenny
Myles Ferguson"The Lamb", "Reunion"1994–1995
An 800-year-old Immortal, with a body of a ten-year-old boy. He tried to behead MacLeod twice in the third and fourth season but failed and was able to escape.
Renee Delaney
Stacey Travis"Unholy Alliance, Part 1", "Unholy Alliance, Part 2", "Double Jeopardy"1994–1996
An Army CID agent investigating the many headless bodies constantly appearing whenever Duncan MacLeod is around.
Maurice Lalonde
Michel Modo"Unholy Alliance, Part 2", "Warmonger", "Pharaoh's Daughter", "Legacy", "Prodigal Son", "Star-Crossed", "Take Back the Night", "Reasonable Doubt", "Finale, Part 1", "The Modern Prometheus"1994–1997
A mortal friend of MacLeod's who lived in a boat next to Duncan's barge in Paris and later owned a restaurant and a jazz bar. He was the comic relief in most episodes.
Kalas
David Robb"Song of the Executioner", "Star-Crossed", "Methos", "Finale, Part 1", "Finale, Part 2"1995
MacLeod's archenemy, in the third season, who was killed by MacLeod in "Finale, Part 2".
Methos
Peter Wingfield"Methos", "Finale, Part 1", "Finale, Part 2", "Chivalry", "Timeless", "Deliverance", "Methuselah's Gift", "Through a Glass, Darkly", "Till Death", "Judgement Day", "One Minute to Midnight", "The Messenger", "The Valkyrie", "Comes a Horseman", "Revelation 6:8", "Forgive Us Our Trespasses", "The Modern Prometheus", "Archangel", "Indiscretions", "To Be", "Not To Be"1995–1998
The legendary oldest Immortal and Duncan's friend, always ready to advise him.
Rebecca Horne
Nadia Cameron"Legacy"1994
Amanda's first teacher. She was killed by fellow student Luther (Emile Abossolo M'Bo) in the episode "Legacy".
Cassandra
Tracy Scoggins"Prophecy", "Comes a Horseman", "Revelation 6:8"1996–1997
A 3,000-year-old Immortal known as the Witch of Donan Woods who possessed magic abilities.
Kronos
Valentine Pelka"Comes a Horseman", "Revelation 6:8", "Not To Be"1997–1998
Kronos was part of the Four Horsemen along with Methos, Silas and Caspian — the most terrible Immortals that ever existed. MacLeod killed him in the episode "Revelation 6:8".
Caspian
Marcus Testory"Comes a Horseman", "Revelation 6:8"1997
Caspian was part of the Four Horsemen along with Methos, Silas, and Kronos — the most terrible Immortals that ever existed. MacLeod killed him in the episode "Revelation 6:8".
Silas
Richard Ridings"Comes a Horseman", "Revelation 6:8"1997
Silas was part of the Four Horsemen along with Methos, Caspian, and Kronos — the most terrible Immortals that ever existed. Methos killed him in the episode "Revelation 6:8".
Ahriman
Peter Hudson"Armageddon"1997
The evil Zoroastrian demon prophesied to be destroyed by a chosen one: Duncan MacLeod. He was destroyed by MacLeod in "Armaggedon".

Immortals

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Connor MacLeod
Christopher Lambert"The Gathering"1992
The "Highlander" is a 450-year-old Immortal who must fight fearful enemies to win The Game.
Slan Quince
Richard Moll"The Gathering"1992
Evil Immortal who goes head hunting full time.
Kiem Sun
Soon-Tek Oh"The Road Not Taken"1992
A Chinese Immortal who brews a potion to win the Game.
Howard Crowley
John Novak"Innocent Man"1992
An immortal sheriff who uses his star to play the Game.
Felicia Martins
Joan Jett"Free Fall"1992
An immortal woman who holds a grudge against fellow Immortal Claude Devereux.
Caleb Cole
Marc Singer"Mountain Men"1992
An immortal poacher who tried to kidnap Tessa Noel.
Carl The Hermit
John Dennis Johnston"Mountain Men"1992
An immortal woodsman Duncan MacLeod met in the 19th century.
Alexei Voshin
Stephen Macht"The Sea Witch"1992
An immortal smuggler who betrayed Duncan MacLeod in 1938.
Walter Reinhardt
Christoph M. Ohrt"Revenge Is Sweet"1992
An immortal business shark who has been Duncan MacLeod's enemy for centuries.
Marcus Korolus
J. G. Hertzler"See No Evil"1992
An immortal actor who became a serial killer after having been burnt at the stake.
Andrew Ballin
Tom Butler"Eyewitness"1993
An immortal police chief witnessed committing murder by Tessa.
Grayson
James Horan"Band of Brothers"1993
A warlord and former pupil of Darius'.
Christoph Kuyler
Peter Howitt"For Evil's Sake"1993
An acrobat and professional killer.
Ursa
Christian Van Acker"The Beast Below"1993
A tall, gentle immortal who loves flowers and beauty.
Grace Chandel
Julia Stemberger"Saving Grace"1993
A doctor and scientist who helped a mother to give birth to a daughter with Duncan MacLeod's help in 1660.
Carlo Sendaro
Georges Corraface"Saving Grace"1993
A jealous and possessive drug baron.
Zachary Blaine
Jason Isaacs"The Lady and the Tiger"1993
An acrobat, thief and Amanda's part-time partner.
Gabriel Piton
Nigel Terry"Eye of the Beholder"1993
A fashion designer who steals beautiful artifacts and jewels for his private collection.
Alfred Cahill
Martin Kemp"Avenging Angel"1993
An ex-SAS commando who becomes crazy when discovering his immortality and goes to a crusade for morality.
Everett Bellian
Peter Guinness"Nowhere to Run"1993
An old soldier who exerts brutal justice against his foster daughter's rapist.
Gregor Powers
Joel Wyner"Studies in Light"1993
A doctor and photograph artist who becomes nihilist and loses his emotions.
Michael Moore / Quenten Barnes
Geraint Wyn Davies"Turnabout"1993
Michael Moore is a psychiatrist who suffers from multiple personality disorder. Quenten Barnes is Moore's evil side.
Annie Devlin
Sheena Easton"Eye For An Eye"1993
An Irish independence activist who fights for her cause.
Thomas Sullivan
Bruce Weitz"The Fighter"1994
An immortal interested in boxing.
Mako
Jonathan Banks"Under Color of Authority"1994
A ruthless sheriff and fanatic lawman. He regarded the law as sacred and spent his entire life enforcing it, regardless of whether or not the accused was actually innocent.
Marcus Constantine
James Faulkner"Pharaoh's Daughter"1994
A museum curator and former Roman general.
Nefertiri
Nia Peeples"Pharaoh's Daughter"1994
Cleopatra's maid who spent two thousand years in a sarcophagus.
Michelle Webster
Gabrielle Miller"Rite Of Passage"1994
A new Immortal and the daughter of a friend of Duncan's, who resists learning what it takes to live as an Immortal.
Axel Whittaker
Rob Stewart"Rite Of Passage"1994
A seducer who uses young female Immortals to win heads.
Sharon Collins
Alexa Gilmour"Rite Of Passage"1994
A young Immortal used by Axel Whittaker.
Dallman Ross
Eric Keenleyside"The Lamb"1994
An Immortal who chased Kenny.
Sean Zale
Jesse Moss"The Lamb"1994
An immortal child soldier.
May-Ling Shen
Vivian Wu"They Also Serve"1995
Kiem Sun's master in martial arts.
Michael Christian
Barry Pepper"They Also Serve"1995
Head hunter associated with his Watcher.
Kanwulf
Carsten Norgaard"Homeland"1995
Pillager who killed Duncan MacLeod's father.
Andrew Cord
Wolfgang Bodison"Brothers in Arms"1995
Soldier who was Joe Dawson's commanding officer during the Vietnam War and saved Joe's life.
Kit O'Brady
Nicholas Campbell"Double Eagle"1995
Unfortunate saloon owner.
Alan Wells
Phil Hayes"The Innocent"1995
An Immortal friend and protector of Mikey Bellows.
Tyler King
Callum Keith Rennie"The Innocent"1995
Head hunter.
Mikey Bellows
Pruitt Taylor Vince"The Innocent"1995
Mentally challenged Immortal who likes trains.
Kristin Gilles
Ann Turkel"Chivalry"1995
An old fling of Duncan MacLeod's, whom he cannot bring himself to kill.
Coltec
Byron Chief-Moon"Something Wicked"1996
An immortal heyoka who takes the evil of the world upon himself.
Horvan Kant
Darcy Laurie"Something Wicked"1996
A ruthless head hunter and sociopath.
Bryce Korland
Benjamin Ratner"Something Wicked"1996
A poet killed by Coltec.
Sean Burns
Michael J. Jackson"Deliverance"1996
He was an Immortal dedicated to healing the mind and was a friend of MacLeod's. Burns was beheaded by Duncan when he was under the influence of the Dark Quickening.
Danny Cimoli
Crispin Bonham-Carter"The Immortal Cimoli"1996
Immortal who refused to learn the rules of the Game and got beheaded without being able to defend himself.
Damon Case
Simon Kunz"The Immortal Cimoli"1996
Head hunter.
Vrej Ratavoussian
T.C. Holmes"The Immortal Cimoli"1996
Kills Danny Cimoli.
Morgan D'Estaing
Marc Warren"Double Jeopardy"1996
A jewel thief and former pupil of Xavier St. Cloud.
Cory Raines
Nicholas Lea"Money No Object"1996
Amanda's old partner in crime, a bank robber who gives to the poor.
Graham Ashe
Chris Humphreys"The End of Innocence"1996
Duncan MacLeod's early teacher and mentor. Also mentor to Juan Sánchez Villa-Lobos Ramírez. Humiliated and beheaded by Haresh Clay in 1657.
Matthew McCormick
Eric McCormack"Manhunt"1996
Carl Robinson's teacher.
Lord Byron
Jonathan Firth"The Modern Prometheus"1997
A rock star and poet.
Katherine
Claudia Christian"Two of Hearts"1998
An immortal committed to help children in need.
Bartholomew
Jack Ellis"Two of Hearts"1998
An immortal supposedly committed to help children in need, but takes the money for himself.
Liam O'Rourke
Martin McDougall"To Be", "Not to Be"1998
An Irish nationalist and terrorist.

Highlander: The Raven (1998–1999)

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Main characters

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Amanda
Elizabeth GracenAll episodes1998–1999
A 1200-year-old Immortal, a thief and Duncan's lover on more than one occasion.
Nick Wolfe
Paul JohanssonAll episodes1998–1999
An ex-cop who befriended Amanda and together solved crimes. He was the co-star of Highlander: The Raven.

Recurring characters

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Lucy Becker
Patricia Gage"Reborn", "Full Disclosure", "Bloodlines", "Immunity", "Crime and Punishment", "The Unknown Soldier", "Cloak and Dagger", "Passion Play", "The Devil You Know"1998
Amanda's old mortal friend.
Carl Magnus
Michael Copeman"Reborn", "Full Disclosure", "Birthright", "Crime and Punishment", "The Unknown Soldier", "The Devil You Know"1998
Nick's former boss.
Basil Morgan
Julian Richings"Reborn", "Birthright"1998
Amanda's fence.
Bert Myers
Hannes Jaenicke"Bloodlines", "Immunity", "Cloak and Dagger", "The French Connection", "The Rogue", "Love and Death"1998–1999
Nick's current boss and friend.
Chase MacAffee
Catherine Bruhier"So Shall Ye Reap", "Cloak and Dagger"1998
A journalist.
Officer Robbins
Melanie Nicholls-King"The Unknown Soldier", "Passion Play"1998
A policewoman and ex-colleague of Nick.
Andre Korda
Valentine Pelka"A Matter of Time", "The French Connection"1999
An immortal crime boss and Amanda's former teacher.
Father Liam Riley
Robert Cavanah"The French Connection", "Inferno", "The Frame", "Love and Death", "War and Peace"1999
An Immortal priest who lives in Paris.
Pascal
Marc Pierret"Love and Death", "The Ex-Files"1999
An employee of Amanda's at The Sanctuary.

Guest cast

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Name Portrayed by Appearance(s) Year(s)
Crysta
Ellen Dubin"French Connection"1999
Andre Korda's associate who lost her head to Amanda.
Derrick Markham
Stephen Billington"French Connection"1999
Amanda's evil ex-husband who was killed by Amanda.
Joe Dawson
Jim Byrnes"French Connection"1999
Duncan MacLeod's Watcher. He becomes one of his close friends.

See also

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References

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List of Highlander characters

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The List of Highlander characters catalogs the immortal warriors, mortal allies, and antagonists featured throughout the Highlander franchise, a multimedia series that began with the 1986 fantasy action film Highlander and centers on immortals who cannot die from natural causes or most injuries but must engage in ritual duels—known as "The Game"—with swords until only one survives to claim "the Prize," granting supreme power over all living beings. The franchise spans five live-action films, including Highlander (1986), Highlander II: The Quickening (1991), (1994), Highlander: Endgame (2000), and Highlander: The Source (2007); a primary television series, Highlander: The Series (1992–1998), which follows a different protagonist while connecting to the original film's lore; its spin-off Highlander: The Raven (1998); animated media, including the series Highlander: The Animated Series (1994–1996) and the film Highlander: The Search for Vengeance (2007); along with tie-in novels, comics, and video games that expand the universe of these ageless combatants hidden among humanity, as well as an upcoming live-action film in development as of 2025 starring . Central to the lists are the franchise's iconic immortals, such as —a 16th-century Scottish Highlander portrayed by —who emerges as the victor of The Game in the original film and subsequent entries—and his kinsman , played by , a 400-year-old warrior navigating modern life while upholding an unwritten code against killing innocents in the television series. Supporting characters include mortals like historian Joe Dawson, who chronicles immortals through a secret society called the Watchers, and Richie Ryan, a young protégé who becomes immortal, alongside villains like the barbaric , whose quest for dominance drives the first film's conflict.

Major Characters

Connor MacLeod

Connor MacLeod is the central protagonist of the Highlander film series, an Immortal born in 1518 in , , near the shores of [Loch Shiel](/page/Loch Shiel). Raised in the , he experienced his first death in 1536 during a battle against the rival , where he suffered a fatal abdominal wound but revived, leading his clan to banish him as a sorcerer. Exiled, MacLeod was later found and mentored by the ancient Immortal Juan Sánchez-Villa-Lobos Ramírez, who trained him in , particularly with the , and educated him on the rules of , including the need to behead opponents to absorb their . Portrayed by throughout the films, MacLeod lived through centuries of historical upheaval, adopting various identities to evade detection. By the 20th century, he resided in as Russell Nash, an antiques dealer operating Nash Antiques on Hudson Street, a profession suited to his accumulated knowledge of historical artifacts. In 1943, during , he rescued young Jewish orphan Rachel Ellenstein from the Nazis in occupied and adopted her, raising her as his daughter and later employing her as his assistant and confidante. In 1985, during "The Gathering"—the final convergence of surviving Immortals—MacLeod confronted and beheaded his ancient enemy, , on the roof of in , New York, beneath the shadow of the , thereby winning the . This victory granted him visions of all previous champions' lives and knowledge, allowing him to age and potentially live as a mortal with his wife, Brenda Wyatt. However, the sequels depict his Immortality restored amid new threats: in 1991's Highlander II: The Quickening, he battled the Immortal general on after a detour to the planet ; in 1994's Highlander III: The Sorcerer, he traveled to to defeat Kane, training under Nakano to forge a new ; and in 2000's Highlander: Endgame, he allied with his kinsman to fight the powerful Jacob Kell but was ultimately beheaded by him in a sacrificial act. Known for his stoic demeanor, philosophical outlook on immortality's burdens, and exceptional skill in katana and broadsword combat, MacLeod embodies a pragmatic honor, often reflecting on loss while pursuing justice against ruthless foes.

Duncan MacLeod

Duncan MacLeod is a fictional Immortal character and the protagonist of the television series Highlander: The Series (1992–1998), portrayed by actor Adrian Paul. Born on December 18, 1592, in the Scottish Highlands, he experienced his first death at age 30 during a clan skirmish in 1622, awakening to his immortality. Shortly thereafter, he was discovered and briefly trained by his kinsman Connor MacLeod, who gifted him a katana that became his primary weapon. Over more than 400 years, MacLeod has traveled extensively, participating in historical events such as the French Revolution and serving as a Red Cross ambulance driver during World War I, all while adhering to a code of honor amid the isolation of "The Game"—the perpetual battle among Immortals for supremacy. Settling in the fictional city of Seacouver, Washington, in the modern day, MacLeod owns an antique shop and conceals his true nature while confronting other Immortals. A pivotal tragedy occurs in 1993 when his mortal wife, Tessa Noël—a French artist he met in 1980— is murdered by a mortal criminal, deepening his sense of loss and nomadic tendencies. He later mentors the young Richie Ryan, who suffers a first death and awakens as an Immortal under MacLeod's guidance, forming a surrogate father-son bond. Through Joe Dawson, a member of the secretive Watchers organization that chronicles Immortals, MacLeod becomes affiliated with the group, gaining insights into his kind while grappling with the moral burdens of eternal life. His personality is marked by compassion, principle, and a reluctance to kill unnecessarily, though he struggles with the loneliness imposed by The Game and the weight of centuries-old traumas. MacLeod's relationships extend to fellow Immortals, including a longstanding friendship with the adventurous thief Amanda, whom he first met in 1635, and the ancient, cynical Methos, encountered later in his life. In crossovers with the film franchise, he joins forces with Connor MacLeod in Highlander: Endgame (2000) to battle the rule-breaking Immortal Jacob Kell, emerging victorious but scarred by losses. He later embarks on a quest for "The Source"—the mythical origin of Immortality—alongside companions in Highlander: The Source (2007), navigating a chaotic world. In the series finale "Archangel" (1998), tempted by demonic forces representing ultimate despair, MacLeod appears to renounce his immortality in a moment of profound weariness, though subsequent films depict him resuming his eternal existence.

Amanda

Amanda is a prominent recurring Immortal character in the Highlander television series, renowned for her expertise as a thief and her tumultuous romantic history with . Over 1,200 years old, she embodies a blend of cunning resourcefulness and impulsive charm, often drawing Duncan into schemes that blend high-stakes adventure with moral ambiguity. Her life spans centuries of survival through deception and agility, making her a foil to more stoic Immortals like the MacLeods. Born around 820 AD in , , Amanda endured poverty and hardship before her first death in 853 AD, when she was beaten to death for attempting to steal food from a plague-afflicted home amid a plague outbreak. Rescued from the dead wagon by the Immortal Rebecca, who became her mentor, Amanda was trained in the arts of thievery, swordfighting, and the rules of Immortal combat, honing skills that defined her immortal existence. Portrayed by in Highlander: The Series (1992–1998) and the spin-off Highlander: The Raven (1998–1999), she excels in disguise, , and , using these talents to navigate both mortal and Immortal worlds. Amanda's key relationships center on her on-again, off-again romance with , which spans encounters from 1635 in to the 20th century, marked by passion and frequent separations due to her wandering lifestyle. She also shares a close friendship with the ancient Immortal Methos, occasionally allying with both in battles against common threats. Notable events in her chronology include a 1936 espionage operation in , where she collaborated with Duncan to steal counterfeit printing plates while facilitating a Jewish physicist's escape from the Nazis, and numerous instances of faking her own deaths to elude across eras. She appears in 10 episodes of Highlander: The Series, injecting wit and chaos into Duncan's more disciplined life. Her personality is characterized by adventurous spirit, moral flexibility, and sharp humor, often prioritizing thrill and self-preservation over strict ethics, which both endears her to allies and complicates her entanglements. While capable in combat, Amanda prefers evasion and guile, reflecting her thief's ethos shaped by Rebecca's teachings.

Methos

Methos is the oldest known Immortal in the Highlander universe, reputed to have lived for over 5,000 years. Born circa 3000 BC in or , the details of his first death remain unknown, and he has adopted numerous aliases throughout to conceal his identity. In modern times, he poses as Adam Pierson, a researcher for the Watchers organization, leveraging his vast knowledge of ancient languages and history to maintain a low profile. Portrayed by actor Peter Wingfield, Methos was introduced in the Highlander: The Series episode "Methos," which aired in 1995, where he is discovered by Duncan MacLeod amid a hunt by the villainous Immortal Kalas. As a member of the Four Horsemen during the , Methos participated in widespread atrocities, including raids, pillaging, and destruction across ancient that terrorized communities for centuries. These events, occurring around 2400 BC, marked a brutal phase in his long existence, where he served as the group's strategist, contributing to their infamous reputation. Later, Methos renounced violence, taking his last head in 1795 and withdrawing from "The Game"—the Immortal ritual of beheading to absorb quickenings—by hiding among mortals and avoiding challenges altogether. In key confrontations, he aids , such as orchestrating Kalas's arrest to prevent a in 1995, and later joins forces in Highlander: Endgame (2000), exploiting rules of holy ground to outmaneuver the antagonist Kell. He briefly collaborates with Duncan and in various escapades, providing cunning support without fully committing to their moral codes. Methos excels as a master manipulator, using intellect and deception to survive rather than direct combat, though he is proficient with weapons like his signature broadsword. His personality is defined by cynicism and , often laced with dry humor, as he mocks the rigid honor code many Immortals follow, advocating a pragmatic shaped by millennia of observing folly. This philosophical detachment challenges the franchise's themes of destiny and warfare, positioning Methos as an enigmatic anti-hero who prioritizes endurance over glory.

Live-Action Film Characters

Introduced in Highlander (1986)

Juan Sánchez Villa-Lobos Ramírez is an ancient Immortal of Egyptian origin introduced in the 1986 film Highlander, where he serves as the mentor to . Born Tak-Ne in around 896 BC, he experiences his first death in 846 BC after being crushed by a cart, awakening to his immortality. Portrayed by , Ramírez locates the young Immortal Connor in 16th-century and trains him in , , and the philosophy of Immortal life, emphasizing discretion among mortals and the inevitability of the Gathering. In 1541, he is ambushed and beheaded by at Connor's home, though he appears in flashbacks to guide his protégé. The Kurgan, portrayed by , is the primary antagonist in Highlander (1986), an ancient Immortal barbarian born in approximately 1005 BC near the in what is now . His first death occurs around 970 BC when his father crushes his skull in a drunken rage, leading to his awakening and a life of unrelenting violence, including raids with Mongol hordes and centuries of pillaging across . Known for his sadistic nature, towering stature, and distinctive nasal voice, the Kurgan embodies the ruthless pursuit of The Prize, amassing power by beheading other Immortals; he eliminates rivals like Sunda Kastagir in 1985 before facing Connor as the final opponent in the Gathering. His brutal methods, including and murder, contrast sharply with the honor upheld by protagonists, culminating in his defeat atop the Silvercup Studios in New York. Rachel Ellenstein is a mortal character in Highlander (1986), portrayed by , who serves as Connor MacLeod's adopted daughter and business partner in his New York antiques shop. Orphaned during when Nazis murder her Jewish family in occupied , she is rescued and adopted by Connor in 1943, who raises her as his own while concealing his Immortal nature. By 1985, the adult Rachel acts as Connor's confidante and assistant, managing daily operations and providing emotional support amid the escalating Immortal conflicts; she witnesses the aftermath of duels but remains unaware of the full truth until the film's climax. Her relationship with Connor highlights themes of surrogate family and enduring loyalty in the face of his eternal isolation. Brenda Wyatt, played by , is a mortal forensic investigator and love interest introduced in Highlander (1986), specializing in historical artifacts and metallurgy at the . In 1985 New York, she analyzes sword fragments from a bizarre murder, drawing her into Connor MacLeod's world as she uncovers connections to ancient weaponry and Immortal lore. Skeptical yet resourceful, Brenda aids Connor by identifying the Kurgan's blade and evading dangers, evolving from an outsider to a key ally who survives the Gathering and joins him in exile. Her expertise bridges the mortal and Immortal realms, emphasizing intellectual pursuit amid supernatural violence. Iman Fasil is a minor Immortal antagonist in Highlander (1986), portrayed by stunt coordinator Peter Diamond in a brief but intense role. Of North African origin, possibly Syrian or Algerian heritage, Fasil is one of the last surviving Immortals during the 1985 Gathering in New York, ambushing Connor in an underground parking garage with a curved sword. He represents the opportunistic threats Connor faces, engaging in a swift that ends with his beheading and the absorption of his Quickening, marking an early confrontation in the film's escalating battles. Fasil's appearance underscores the global and diverse nature of Immortal adversaries converging on the final .

Introduced in Highlander II: The Quickening (1991)

General Katana
General Katana is an Immortal warlord from the planet , portrayed by . He serves as the primary antagonist, having exiled to centuries earlier as punishment for rebellion. In the film, Katana travels to Earth to pursue the Gathering and claim the by eliminating Connor, wielding a as his weapon of choice. He is ultimately beheaded by Connor in 1999 during their final confrontation. Louise Marcus
Louise Marcus is a mortal environmental activist and scientist who opposes the Shield Corporation's control over Earth's atmosphere, portrayed by . She allies with after hacking into corporate systems and discovering that the has naturally regenerated, rendering the Shield obsolete. Marcus assists in efforts to dismantle the Shield, surviving the film's events and playing a key role in exposing the corporation's profiteering. David Blake
David Blake is Connor MacLeod's mortal lawyer and close friend, portrayed by . He provides legal support and personal companionship to Connor amid the escalating threats from Katana's forces. Blake is killed by Katana's henchmen in a violent ambush, heightening the stakes for Connor's battle. Allan Neyman
Allan Neyman is an executive at the Shield Corporation, portrayed by . As a minor , he is involved in the corporation's scheme to perpetuate the artificial ozone shield for financial gain, including the development of technology to extend human lifespans. Neyman's role underscores the corporate corruption central to the film's plot against environmental recovery efforts.

Introduced in Highlander III: The Sorcerer (1994)

Kane is the primary antagonist introduced in Highlander III: The Sorcerer, portrayed by . An ancient and ruthless Immortal originating from , Kane possesses formidable swordsmanship skills enhanced by elemental control after absorbing the of his victims, including that of the sorcerer Nakano. Imprisoned for centuries in Nakano's cave due to his defeat in a prior confrontation, Kane escapes in 1994 following an archaeological excavation and pursues to claim ultimate power. He employs deception and brute force, ultimately engaging in a climactic where he is beheaded by Connor at an abandoned refinery. Nakano, played by Mako, serves as Connor MacLeod's mentor and represents the film's theme of Japanese mysticism. An Immortal sorcerer born in ancient , Nakano masters the art of illusion, using it to train pupils and trap enemies within his mountain cave sanctuary. In flashbacks set in the , he instructs a grieving Connor in these mystical techniques following the death of his wife Heather, emphasizing mental discipline over physical combat. Foreseeing Kane's approach, Nakano requests Connor to behead him to prevent Kane from gaining his powers, but Kane arrives first, slaying Nakano and absorbing his abilities. and Senghi Khan, Immortal henchmen to Kane, are portrayed by Jean-Pierre Pérusse and , respectively. These warriors accompany Kane during his rampage across and his pursuit of Connor, assisting in battles and village destructions to fuel Kane's quest for power. Loyal but ultimately expendable, both are betrayed and beheaded by Kane himself to consolidate his strength through their energies before his final confrontation with Connor. Their presence highlights Kane's domineering leadership and the film's exploration of Immortal alliances built on betrayal. Alex Johnson / Sarah, depicted by Deborah Kara Unger, is a mortal and who becomes Connor's love interest in the present-day storyline. Investigating the excavation of Nakano's cave in , she encounters Connor and forms a romantic bond amid the escalating Immortal conflict. During the film's time-travel element, Alex is transported back to 1787 via a mystical portal created by Nakano's lingering illusions, where she assumes the identity of and tragically dies during the , underscoring the perils of Connor's eternal life on his mortal companions. Minor mortal characters include Dr. Malloy, played by David Francis, a colleague of who aids in the initial cave excavation and provides scientific context to the unfolding mystical events. Additionally, Natsuki, portrayed by an uncredited actress as one of Kane's human followers, assists in his modern operations but plays a peripheral role in the narrative's focus on Immortal sorcery and temporal displacement.

Introduced in Highlander: Endgame (2000)

Jacob Kell is the primary antagonist introduced in Highlander: Endgame, an Immortal born in 1507 who was a former clansman and childhood friend of before becoming his nemesis. Portrayed by , Kell gathers a gang of six immortals, violating traditional rules by hunting in groups and absorbing multiple quickenings to gain immense power. His vendetta stems from Connor killing Kell's father, who had burned Connor's mother alive, leading Kell to pursue revenge across centuries by targeting those close to the MacLeods. Ultimately, Kell is defeated and beheaded in a joint effort by Duncan and during the film's climactic battle. Kate/Faith, portrayed by , is an Immortal assassin and Kell's lover who debuts in Highlander: Endgame with a dual identity. In flashbacks set in the , she appears as Kate Devaney, Duncan's wife who becomes Immortal after he accidentally kills her in , causing her to flee in fear. In the present day, she operates as , a fashion designer serving as Kell's enforcer, skilled in knife combat and deception to lure targets. participates in ambushes against the MacLeods but is ultimately beheaded by during a confrontation at Duncan's loft. Cracker Bob, played by Ian Paul Cassidy, is a rogue Watcher and Immortal henchman in Kell's group, known for his sadistic tendencies and thrill-seeking torture of other Immortals. As a member of the Watchers who has gone rogue, he aids Kell by tracking and assaulting targets, often using brutal methods like baseball bats in fights. His eccentric and violent personality highlights the corruption within the Watcher organization, contributing to the film's exploration of betrayals. Cracker Bob meets his end when beheaded by Jacob Kell himself after failing in an attack on .

Anna Teshemka

Anna Teshemka is a mortal woman and Duncan MacLeod's estranged wife, portrayed by . She leaves Duncan due to the impossibility of immortals fathering children, but rejoins him during the quest for the Source after experiencing prophetic visions that connect her to the mythic origin of . Her pregnancy with Duncan's child positions her as a pivotal figure, revealing the potential for a half-immortal offspring capable of approaching the Source without perishing.

The Guardian

The Guardian, portrayed by , serves as the primary antagonist and an ancient immortal over 14,000 years old tasked with protecting the Source from those seeking its power. Possessing enhanced speed, strength, and regenerative abilities far beyond typical immortals, he systematically eliminates members of the questing group to prevent interference with his eternal vigil. His underscores the film's theme of the Source as a forbidden, destructive force that corrupts those who guard or pursue it.

Cardinal Giovanni

Cardinal Giovanni, an immortal Vatican bureaucrat portrayed by Thom Fell, joins the quest as the Catholic Church's representative in the search for the Source. As a high-ranking cleric driven by and institutional ambition, he views the Source as a divine revelation but struggles with its heretical implications, leading to internal conflict within the group. He meets his end through beheading during confrontations tied to the quest, highlighting the perils faced by the immortals.

Zai Jie

Zai Jie, portrayed by Stephen Rahman Hughes, is a skilled immortal of Chinese origin who initiates the quest by discovering clues to the Source's location in . He collects a sample of anomalous sand from a potential nexus point and rallies the group, demonstrating combat prowess in battles against the Guardian. His determination stems from a belief that locating the Source will end the endless Game among immortals.

Reggie Weller

Reggie Weller, portrayed by , is a tech-savvy immortal computer who aids the quest through his expertise in navigating the post-apocalyptic world's digital remnants. He provides logistical support, such as decoding signals and hacking systems, but his role is cut short by the dangers of the journey. Reggie's modern skills contrast with the ancient mysticism of the Source, emphasizing the film's blend of futuristic and mythical elements.

The Elder

The Elder, portrayed by Patrice Naiambana, is an approximately 15,000-year-old immortal sage born c. 13,000 B.C. who offers cryptic guidance on the nature of the Source during the group's encounters in a remote . Immobile and enigmatic, he imparts knowledge about the Source's origins and the consequences of seeking it, influencing the quest's direction while embodying ancient wisdom. His revelations challenge the group's motivations, revealing the Source as a cyclical force of creation and destruction.

Highlander: The Series Characters

Main Characters

Duncan MacLeod, portrayed by Adrian Paul, is the central protagonist, a 400-year-old Immortal born in 1592 near , . Living as an antiques dealer in modern-day Seacouver, Washington (and earlier in ), he engages in The Game while adhering to a personal that prohibits harming innocents and emphasizes . Duncan mentors younger Immortals and navigates alliances with mortals and Watchers, facing numerous challenges across six seasons. Tessa Noël, played by Alexandra Vandernoot, is Duncan's mortal girlfriend and companion during the first two seasons. A French-Norwegian artist and sculptor, she is unaware of Duncan's immortality initially but becomes involved in his world. Tessa is killed in the season 2 episode "The Darkness" by a mugger, marking a pivotal turning point in Duncan's life. Richie Ryan, enacted by Stan Kirsch, starts as a street-smart orphan and petty thief in Paris who befriends Duncan in the pilot episode. Over the series, he becomes Duncan's protégé and, after his first death in season 1, awakens as an Immortal. Richie evolves from a reckless youth to a skilled fighter, but is tragically beheaded by Duncan in season 6 under the influence of Ahriman's possession. Joe Dawson, portrayed by Jim Byrnes, is a mortal historian and member of the Watchers, a secret society that observes Immortals. Introduced in season 1 as Duncan's Watcher, he reveals the organization's existence in season 3 and becomes one of Duncan's closest friends. A veteran and musician, Joe provides crucial historical insights and support, appearing from season 3 onward.

Recurring Characters

Amanda, played by , is a 1,200-year-old Immortal thief and Duncan's longtime friend and occasional romantic partner. First appearing in season 1's "The Lady and the ," she brings a lighthearted, adventurous energy to the series, often involving Duncan in schemes while showcasing her skills and charm. appears in 18 episodes across multiple seasons, highlighting themes of and moral flexibility among Immortals. Methos, portrayed by Peter Wingfield, is the oldest known Immortal, over 5,000 years old, who poses as archaeologist Adam Pierson to work with the Watchers. Introduced in season 3, he is a former member of the Four Horsemen and embodies survivalist pragmatism, avoiding combat when possible. Methos becomes an uneasy ally to Duncan, providing ancient wisdom and comic relief in 25 episodes. Darius, enacted by Werner Stocker, is an ancient Immortal and pacifist priest living in Paris. A former warrior who renounced violence centuries ago, he serves as a mentor figure to Duncan in season 1. Darius is assassinated by rogue Watchers in the episode "The Hunters," underscoring threats from within the mortal world. He appears in 12 episodes.

Notable Immortals

is a demonic immortal entity from Zoroastrian mythology, depicted as an ancient force of evil that returns every thousand years to sow chaos by possessing mortal and immortal hosts. In the series, Ahriman manifests through various guises, including those of Duncan MacLeod's past enemies like James Horton and Kronos, serving as the primary antagonist in a trilogy of episodes spanning the end of season 5 and season 6. Portrayed in voice and proxy forms by among others, Ahriman targets MacLeod's allies, such as Joe Dawson and Richie Ryan, forcing MacLeod into the role of a prophesied to confront and ultimately banish the demon. Xavier St. Cloud is a hedonistic and ruthless immortal known for his use of poison gas as a weapon, both during and in modern schemes involving theft and murder. Born circa 1160 in , he employs mortal mercenaries to weaken opponents before claiming their heads, clashing with in multiple episodes across seasons 1, 2, and 5. Portrayed by , St. Cloud embodies a sophisticated yet sociopathic villainy, often escaping initial defeats only to return with elaborate plots, such as allying with the rogue Watcher James Horton. Caleb Cole is a reclusive, survivalist immortal leading a group of modern mountain men, characterized by his isolationist lifestyle and sudden infatuation with mortals. Featured in the season 1 episode "Mountain Men," he abducts Tessa Noël, intending to make her his bride, leading to a brutal confrontation with in the wilderness where Cole wields an axe against MacLeod's sword. Portrayed by , Cole represents a wild, anachronistic threat tied to frontier archetypes, ultimately meeting his end in a decisive beheading that Tessa witnesses for the first time. Annie Devlin is an Irish immortal and independence activist, driven by centuries of revolutionary fervor and personal vendettas following the loss of loved ones to violence. In the season 2 episode "An Eye for an Eye," she orchestrates a terrorist bombing in revenge for her husband's death, targeting the young immortal Richie Ryan due to a perceived blood debt. Portrayed by Sheena Easton, Devlin's arc culminates in a sword fight with Richie atop a police station, where he defeats but spares her life at MacLeod's insistence, highlighting themes of mercy amid cycles of retribution. Kanwulf is a Norse immortal and Viking marauder, infamous for his rage and ritualistic killings, including the "" execution method. Appearing in the season 4 episode "," he returns to the , having slain 's father centuries earlier, to challenge in a deeply personal tied to ancestral lands. Portrayed by Hans Denes, Kanwulf evokes brutal pagan traditions, forcing to confront his clan's violent history before prevailing in combat at .

Highlander: The Raven Characters

Main Characters

The main characters of Highlander: The Raven are the Immortal thief Darieux and her partner Nick Wolfe, who together navigate a world of immortal intrigue and crime in modern-day . The series centers on their efforts to combat evil Immortals while seeks to reform her long history of larceny. Darieux, portrayed by , is a 1,200-year-old Immortal originally introduced in Highlander: The Series as a recurring ally and romantic interest to . In , she returns to thieving after a period of , only to be drawn into conflicts that force her to confront her past and protect mortals from immortal threats. As the , uses her cunning, combat skills, and charm to outmaneuver adversaries, often teaming up with Nick while grappling with the moral ambiguities of her eternal life. Her backstory includes training under the Immortal Andre Korda and numerous adventures spanning centuries, which inform her reluctant heroism in the spin-off. Nick Wolfe, played by Paul Johansson, is a former Paris police detective who resigns from the force after uncovering corruption and encountering the immortal world through . Initially a mortal skeptic, Nick becomes a freelance security expert and 's ally, providing investigative expertise and moral grounding to their partnership. Throughout the series, subtle romantic tension develops between them, though they maintain a professional dynamic focused on justice rather than romance. In the series finale, "," Nick is fatally poisoned during a confrontation with the Immortal Peyton, prompting to shoot him and trigger his latent immortality, leaving him to awaken as a reluctant new Immortal who despises the endless Game.

Recurring Characters

Lucy Becker, portrayed by Patricia Gage, serves as Nick Wolfe's mortal assistant and close friend in Highlander: The Raven, providing logistical support during investigations and heists while navigating the dangers of Amanda's immortal world. Appearing in seven episodes across the single season, Becker's role highlights the mortal-immortal dynamics, often assisting in covering up Quickening events or aiding in artifact recoveries. Carl Magnus, played by Michael Copeman, is a recurring mortal detective with the Paris police force and a former superior to Nick Wolfe, offering law enforcement insights and occasional alliances in cases involving immortal threats. Featured in six episodes, Magnus represents the mortal side of justice, collaborating with Nick on investigations like the pursuit of immortal killers while grappling with the hidden supernatural elements of their shared past. Bert Myers, enacted by Hannes Jaenicke, operates a private security firm and employs Nick as a bodyguard and operative, becoming a key ally in high-stakes operations that intersect with Amanda's thieving exploits. His appearances in six episodes underscore themes of loyalty and redemption, as Myers' Eastern European backstory influences plots involving espionage and personal vendettas. Dr. Julian Heller, portrayed by Julian Wadham, is an immortal physician whose unethical organ-harvesting operation draws the ire of both Amanda and Nick in medical-related conflicts. Though primarily featured in the episode "The Ex-Files," his scheme aids in exploring the moral dilemmas of immortality in modern medicine, tying into Nick's ex-wife's pursuit of justice against him. Various uncredited immortals appear briefly as mentors or crossover figures from the broader Highlander universe, providing guidance in duels or historical flashbacks without central roles. These cameos maintain continuity with prior series events while supporting episodic narratives.

Guest Immortals

Guest immortals in Highlander: The Raven are one-off characters featured exclusively in individual episodes, frequently portraying thieves, assassins, or victims caught in criminal schemes that intersect with Darieux and Wolfe's investigations. These standalone figures often drive episode-specific plots involving heists, vendettas, or illicit trades, highlighting the perilous overlap between immortal longevity and modern crime. Their arcs typically resolve through confrontation, underscoring the series' theme of the Game amid urban intrigue, without extending into multi-episode narratives. A prominent example of a guest immortal foe is Mario Cardoza, an assassin who appears in "Full Disclosure" to eliminate a from , employing a mortal hitman to stage his own disappearance and evade suspicion. uncovers his scheme and beheads him in a after he threatens her allies. In "Bloodlines," Morgan Kenworthy serves as a vengeful assassin targeting a media proprietor's family across generations, stemming from a historical that resulted in the murder of his adopted son; Nick Wolfe mortally wounds him during an attempt on the victim's life, marking one of the few instances where a mortal dispatches an immortal. Thieves dominate many guest immortal roles, such as Victor Hansen in "The Devil You Know," an old thieving associate of Amanda who plots to rob a diamond exhibit but risks civilian lives in the process, leading to a confrontation where Amanda beheads him after he kills Nick's friend during the heist. Talia Bauer, a Scandinavian-origin immortal smuggler and thief in "Inferno," reencounters Amanda, whom she once aided during the 1792 French Revolution; now possessing a lethal virus intended for release in a major city, Bauer forces Amanda into a fatal duel after a botched heist exposes her plan. The episode "Thick as Thieves" features Jeremy Dexter, a former partner of turned casino robber, who masterminds a series of high-profile thefts until intervenes, after which beheads him in a rooftop clash to end the crime spree. In "Birthright," Riley Del Deegan acts as a mortal rival and thief pursuing jewels from the shipwreck, linked to 's 17th-century assistance to freed slaves; his aggressive competition during the heist results in his death at the hands of fellow thief Simon Clark, sparing a direct confrontation with the episode's immortal antagonist. Additional episode-specific guests, such as the minor known as the Jeweler in a heist subplot, further exemplify immortals entangled as opportunistic foes or victims in botched criminal endeavors, often meeting their end through beheading or external violence.

Animated Media Characters

Highlander: The Animated Series (1994–1996)

Highlander: The Animated Series (1994–1996) is a French-Canadian animated television series that presents an alternate continuity within the Highlander franchise, set in a post-apocalyptic 27th-century devastated by a meteorite impact and subsequent . The narrative follows MacLeod, a newly awakened Immortal and the last descendant of the clan, as he battles the tyrannical Immortal Kortan to restore humanity's lost knowledge and freedom. Unlike the live-action entries, the series incorporates aesthetics with airships, cybernetic enhancements, and hybrid technologies, spanning 40 episodes across two seasons that aired from September 18, 1994, to January 5, 1996. Quentin MacLeod, voiced by , serves as the central hero, the last descendant of the MacLeod clan and a young warrior born and raised by Clan Dundee in the post-apocalyptic of the 27th century. Kortan's forces raid his village in 2187, where he is slain by the Arak, awakening his and fulfilling a prophecy as the unbound Highlander destined to challenge Kortan. Armed with Connor's ancestral dragon-head and a , Quentin travels the wasteland, absorbing the Quickenings of pacified Immortals known as Jettators to gather and combat cyber-threats. Quentin's primary allies include Don Vincente Marino Ramírez, voiced by Benedict Campbell, a 3,000-year-old Spanish-Egyptian Immortal and Jettator who mentors him in and the rules of , enforcing the ancient oath to protect human advancement. Another key companion is Clyde Dundee, voiced by Katie Zegers, Quentin's adoptive sister and a fierce mortal warrior woman who joins his quests, providing emotional support and tactical aid despite the dangers she faces in battles against Kortan's forces. The series also features episodic allies among the Jettators, such as ancient Immortals offering specialized knowledge, including one akin to an Egyptian sorceress aiding against technological foes through mystical insights. The chief antagonist is Kortan, voiced by Lawrence Bayne, a rogue Immortal who defies the Jettators' oath, ruling the fortified city of Mogonda from a orbiting satellite and employing Hunters to eradicate free Immortals; he previously beheaded Connor MacLeod in a bid for ultimate power known as the Prize. Serving as his enforcer is Arak, voiced by Don Dickinson, a robot-Immortal hybrid and cybernetic assassin who wields advanced weaponry and leads slave raids, marking him as Quentin's first deadly foe. Recurring threats include Kortan's henchmen like the mime-like Malone and cyborg warriors, emphasizing the series' blend of Immortal duels with futuristic conflicts. Distinct from the live-action canon, Immortals in the wield steam-powered and hybrid weapons alongside traditional swords, engaging in adventures that evoke time-travel through historical knowledge transfers via Quickenings, across 40 self-contained episodes exploring themes of legacy and redemption in a dystopian world.

Highlander: The Search for Vengeance (2007)

Highlander: The Search for Vengeance (2007) is a standalone animated film in the Highlander franchise that introduces original characters centered on a linear narrative of revenge spanning over two millennia. The story follows Immortal protagonist Colin MacLeod as he pursues his ancient enemy, the Roman general Marcus Octavius, across history—from Roman-occupied Britain around 125 AD, through medieval Europe and World War II-era Japan, to a dystopian future in 2187 where New York City lies in ruins under Octavius's rule. Colin, voiced by Alistair Abell in the English dub and Shun Oguri in the original Japanese, embodies the classic Highlander archetype of a warrior haunted by loss, adhering to the franchise's rules of immortality where Immortals survive fatal wounds except by decapitation, gaining power through the Quickening after absorbing a defeated foe's essence. Colin MacLeod is the film's central Immortal, born during the Roman era in the AD as a Pict in what is now , who is initially enslaved by Roman forces before earning adoption into the clan after sacrificing himself in battle against invaders; upon reviving, he takes the clan name and swears vengeance against Marcus Octavius for slaughtering his kinsmen and crucifying his beloved. Throughout the centuries, Colin becomes a bounty hunter of rogue Immortals in the post-apocalyptic world, guided by the spectral mentor Amergan (voiced by in English and Kōsei Tomita in Japanese), a wise ancient Immortal whose disembodied form offers sardonic advice and reveals deeper lore about the eternal struggle. Colin's quest culminates in a flooded, war-torn New York, where he must choose between personal retribution and aiding mortal survivors threatened by Octavius's bioweapon, ultimately beheading his foe in a climactic but at great personal cost. Marcus Octavius, the primary antagonist voiced by (credited as Zachary Samuels) in English and Kōichi Yamadera in Japanese, is a 1st-century BC Roman Immortal and military leader whose imperial ambitions evolve into tyrannical rule; after the fall of , he amasses power by manipulating wars and societies, including orchestrating the destruction of Colin's clan during Roman campaigns in Britain around 125 AD. Octavius's cruelty is exemplified by his of innocents, including Colin's lover, and in the future, he governs a fortified as a despot, plotting to unleash a to eradicate mortals and establish an Immortal-dominated , viewing humanity as weak and expendable. His confrontation with Colin in 1940s serves as a key flashback, highlighting his unyielding pursuit of dominance. Deborah appears as one of Colin's mortal love interests, a Jewish woman encountered during his wanderings in , whose tender relationship with the weary Immortal provides brief respite before Marcus Octavius tracks them down and slays her to torment Colin, reinforcing the recurring theme of lost love fueling his rage. Voiced by Emma Fairley in the English dub and in Japanese, Deborah represents the human vulnerability that contrasts Colin's eternal existence, her death echoing the franchise's motif of personal tragedy driving Immortal conflicts. This event, set amid historical upheavals, underscores Octavius's sadistic strategy of targeting Colin's attachments across eras. Angus, a minor clansman in the MacLeod tribe during the Roman era, supports Colin in the initial defense against Octavius's legions, embodying the fierce loyalty of the Scottish warriors before perishing in the ensuing that scatters the survivors and ignites Colin's vendetta. His role highlights the communal bonds of the , which Colin honors by adopting their name and legacy into his solitary immortality. Supporting the core revenge arc are figures like Dahlia, a resourceful mortal spy and resistance fighter in the future ruins (voiced by Debi Mae West in English and in Japanese), who aids Colin against Octavius's regime and forms a romantic bond reminiscent of his past losses, ultimately sacrificing herself in the final battle. Amergan's ghostly presence not only mentors Colin but also discloses that Dahlia shares the soul of his previous loves, including and the ancient Moya—Colin's first wife crucified by Octavius—adding layers of to the emotional stakes. These characters collectively explore themes of vengeance's toll, with Colin's victory over Marcus yielding the but leaving him isolated in a world forever altered by his choices.

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