Sebastian Moran
The second most dangerous man in London
Appears in 'The Adventure of the Empty House' as Professor James Moriarty's loyal subordinate and assassin. A master marksman and big game hunting expert. Acts as a dangerous adversary against Holmes.
Quotes
- He is the second most dangerous man in London.
- Saw it through at Reichenbach Falls.
- This alone is enough to send him to the gallows.
- Moriarty's loyal right-hand man.
Trivia
- Also a master cheater, made a living playing card games.
- Arrested in the incident where he sniped Holmes' wax figure.
- Differences in depictions of reward relationship with Moriarty between original work and side stories.
- In the Granada version, set as a regimental commander in the army.
- Also known as a big game hunting expert.
Alternate names
Colonel Moran
Sebastian Moran
Moran
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
- Birthday
- unknown
- Birth year
- 1840
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Typical Victorian British military appearance. Stern facial features, often depicted wearing a colonel's uniform.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
-
- Military uniform
- Stern expression
- Keen eyes of a sharpshooter
- Iconic items
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- Rifle
- Military uniform
- Card game tools
- Hat
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Ruthless
- Detailed personality
- Calm, composed, and loyal, but cunning and ruthless without hesitation even in murder. Skilled in shooting and hunting, with strong loyalty to Professor Moriarty.
- Keywords
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- Loyalty
- Composed
- Cunning
- Ruthless
- Sharpshooter
- Card game expert
- Vengeful
- Talents
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- Master marksman
- Big game hunting
- Cheating techniques
- Military tactics
- Skills
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- Assassination
- Combat command
- Stealth operations
- Card games
- Hunting skills
- Motivation
- To loyally serve Professor Moriarty and exact revenge on Holmes.
- Habits
- Has a habit of earning living expenses by cheating at card games.
- Favorite foods
- unknown
- Hobbies
- Card games, Hunting, Shooting
History
- Backstory
- Born in 1840. Educated at Eton and Oxford, then served in the British Army in Afghanistan, stationed in Kabul. After retiring, returned to London and became Professor James Moriarty's subordinate, serving as his right-hand man in assassinations and criminal organization activities.
- Debut date
- June 1, 1903
- Work title
- The Adventure of the Empty House
- Media type
- Manga
Afghan Campaign
- Significant event
- Afghan Campaign
- Description
- After education at Eton and Oxford, served on the Afghan front and gained military experience.
Becoming Professor James Moriarty's subordinate
- Significant event
- Becoming Professor James Moriarty's subordinate
- Description
- After retirement, discovered by Professor Moriarty, the leader of the criminal organization, and executed assassinations and crime plans as his loyal right-hand man.
Assassination attempt on Holmes
- Significant event
- Assassination attempt on Holmes
- Description
- After Holmes' disappearance, shot Lord Ronald Adair, and upon Holmes' return, attempted to shoot him but failed and was arrested.
Reichenbach Falls Incident
- Significant event
- Reichenbach Falls Incident
- Description
- During Professor Moriarty's death, attempted to drop rocks to kill Holmes but failed.
Relationships
Lord Augustus Moran
Father
Father. Born into a noble family.
James Moriarty
Mentor
Supported the professor's crime plans as his loyal right-hand man.
Moriarty Crime Organization
Moriarty Crime Organization: lieutenant
Media appearances
Sherlock Holmes Series
Manga / Supporting
1903 novel version
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Granada version)
Anime / Supporting
1990s
Sherlock Holmes related movies
Movie / Supporting
Voice cast and creators
Arthur Conan Doyle
- Creator name
- Arthur Conan Doyle
- Role
- Original author