Seance Dog
CharacterSeance Dog is a fictional comic-book hero within the world of Invincible, a beloved character that Mark Grayson and other fans grow up reading. Modeled on classic mystic superheroes, he turns up as a favorite collectible, a convention draw, and even a disguise for a visiting alien.
Appearance
Seance Dog takes the form of an upright, anthropomorphic dog styled after classic mystic superheroes, his design owing a clear debt to the sorcerer archetype of comics like Doctor Strange. Fans of the series wear his likeness on T-shirts and keep action figures of him on their shelves.
Personality
As a story within the story, Seance Dog stands in for the kind of mystic adventure hero fans idolize, the sort of character readers form lasting attachments to. His pull is strong enough that Mark clings to his figure while clearing out childhood things and instantly warms to anyone who shares the fandom.
History
Seance Dog headlines a comic series treasured by Mark Grayson since childhood; an early scene finds Mark buried in an issue in the bathroom until his mother Debbie interrupts hunting for soap. Packing for Upstate University, he tosses most of his action figures in a dumpster but cannot bring himself to part with the Seance Dog one. That night the alien Nuolzot turned up wearing the character's shape, and a baffled, angry Mark forced him to drop the disguise. Mark later brought Amber to a comic convention and met the character's creator, Filip Schaff, who walked him through the tricks behind the cartoon. A year after the Destruction of Chicago, at William's birthday party, Mark met Amber's new boyfriend Kyle sporting a Seance Dog shirt, and the two hit it off over their shared love of the series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seance Dog a parody of Doctor Strange?
Seance Dog is modeled on the mystic superhero archetype popularized by Doctor Strange, giving him a clear visual and thematic debt to that kind of sorcerer hero. He is nonetheless an original in-universe comic character created by the artist Filip Schaff.
Who is Seance Dog in Invincible?
Seance Dog is a fictional comic book hero within the world of Invincible, an anthropomorphic dog styled after classic mystic superheroes. He is a childhood favorite of Mark Grayson and a popular figure among fans in the show, appearing on merchandise and at conventions.
Why did the alien Nuolzot disguise himself as Seance Dog?
The alien Nuolzot took on the appearance of Seance Dog while visiting Earth, and the reason for that specific choice is not detailed. Mark Grayson recognized the disguise immediately and, baffled and angry, forced Nuolzot to drop it.
Who created Seance Dog within the Invincible story?
Within the story, Seance Dog was created by comic artist Filip Schaff. Mark Grayson meets Schaff at a comic convention, where he explains some of the tricks behind the character.
Why did Mark Grayson keep his Seance Dog action figure?
When packing for Upstate University, Mark Grayson threw out most of his old action figures but could not bring himself to part with his Seance Dog figure. It reflects how strong his attachment to the character remained even as an adult.
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