Merrick (Buffyverse)
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Merrick Jamison-Smythe is a fictional character in the Buffyverse, he was the first Watcher of Buffy Summers, the Slayer. He was portrayed by Richard Riehle.
Biography
Merrick was a member of the Watchers' Council and the one who informed Buffy that she was The Chosen One. He became her first Watcher, as Buffy had not been identified as a Potential Slayer.
Merrick's attitude towards his charge was sarcastic, tough and stern, but he was truly concerned for her safety, as he had already trained two Slayers in the past, only to lose them to Lothos, a powerful vampire. Fearing that Lothos would turn him to get to the new Slayer, Merrick chose to commit suicide instead. Despite the short time under his training, Buffy managed to slay Lothos and his minions.
Buffyverse Appearances
Canonical issues
- The film is not considered Buffyverse canon built by the later television series. The film stands by itself as largely separate. Merrick was played by Donald Sutherland in the film.
- Buffy comics are not usually considered by fans as canon. However they all require an approval from Joss Whedon and/or his office. However Christopher Golden used Joss Whedon's original script for the 'Buffy movie', and tied this comic series closely to continuity established by the television show. For example, the burning down of the gym takes place which is mentioned several times on the show. For this reason, some fans argue this comic deserves a place in canon. Merrick appeared in the comic looking like he had in the flashback seen in the episode, Becoming Part One. Also, in the film, Merrick's original nationality was British, but in the series, was changed to American.
See also
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