Weatherby Swann

Governor of Port Royal and Elizabeth's father

Father of Elizabeth Swann and governor of Port Royal. A timid and doting father figure.

Quotes

  • My daughter's happiness is my greatest wish.
  • Protecting Port Royal is my duty.

Trivia

  • In the films, he often shows an overprotective side toward his daughter Elizabeth.
  • Actor Jonathan Pryce researched dignified voices for the role.
  • Weatherby Swann is one of the few consistently good adult characters throughout the series.

Alternate names

Weatherby Swann Governor Swann Mr. Swann

Tags

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Middle-aged man with graying hair. Wears elegant clothing to maintain the dignity of a governor, but has a somewhat reserved atmosphere.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Silver
Distinguishing features
  • Graying hair
  • Well-groomed features
  • Governor's uniform
Iconic items
  • Governor's uniform
  • Hat
  • Pocket watch

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Timid and cautious, but harbors deep affection and strong protectiveness toward his daughter Elizabeth. Strong sense of responsibility, often torn between public duties and family.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Timid
  • Doting father
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Cautious
Talents
  • Political acumen
  • Public speaking
  • Mediation skills
Skills
  • Governance
  • Diplomacy
  • Leadership
Motivation
Ensuring daughter Elizabeth's safety and maintaining peace in Port Royal.
Habits
Has a habit of rubbing his hands together when nervous.
Favorite foods
Tea, Traditional English cuisine
Favorite places
Port Royal
Disliked situations
Pirate threats, Political turmoil

History

Backstory
While fulfilling his duties as governor of Port Royal, he raises his daughter Elizabeth with deep affection. His portrayal as a worried father is depicted in adventures involving pirates and curses.
Debut date
July 9, 2003
Work title
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Media type
Movie

Elizabeth's kidnapping incident

Significant event
Elizabeth's kidnapping incident
Description
An incident occurs where daughter Elizabeth is kidnapped by cursed pirates, and though powerless, he desperately attempts to rescue her.

Port Royal defense

Significant event
Port Royal defense
Description
To protect Port Royal from pirates and external enemies, he demonstrates his political acumen.

Relationships

Elizabeth Swann

Child

Beloved daughter; a father who worries about and tries to protect her.

Port Royal administration

Port Royal administration: leader

Media appearances

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Movie / Supporting

2003 theatrical release

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Movie / Supporting

2006 theatrical release

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

Movie / Supporting

2007 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

麦人

Voice actor
麦人
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical version

Jonathan Pryce

Voice actor
Jonathan Pryce
Language
English
Version or series
Theatrical version

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Original author

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Character designer

Walt Disney Pictures

Creator name
Walt Disney Pictures
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Weatherby Swann Figure

Item name
Weatherby Swann Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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