As a seasoned gamer and comic book enthusiast with over two decades of collecting DC Universe lore under my belt, I must admit that The Penguin’s latest episode left me both intrigued and saddened. The introduction of Magpie, a character with a rich history in the comics, was a delightful surprise.
In episode 4 of The Penguin, we delve into the story of Sofia Falcone and her encounter at Arkham Asylum with a character known to Batman enthusiasts as Magpie.
Ever since I ran into Sofia Falcone in The Penguin, I’ve noticed a distinct unease from folks, excluding Oz Cobb, around her. And it’s no wonder why – she’s none other than the infamous Hangman, the one who strung up seven women. It sends shivers down my spine just thinking about it.
In Episode 4, it came to light that Carmine Falcone was actually the guilty party. Fearing scrutiny from police and journalists, he falsely implicated his own daughter in the crime.
Instead of abruptly being admitted into the Arkham State Mental Hospital, where she was then undressed, cleaned, examined, and locked away to weep in solitude, she finds comfort from a neighboring kind voice.
Who is Magpie?
Although The Penguin provides limited information about Magpie, we learn more about her from the comic books. We discover that her true identity is Margaret Pye and she’s infamous for her exploits as a jewel thief.
She doesn’t tell Sofia anything about herself other than her name. Magpie asks her if she’s the real Hangman, and in the wider context of the story, her main purpose is to introduce Sofia to ‘Bliss’, the new drug she sold to the Triads in Episode 3.
It’s unfortunate that you won’t find her appearing in The Batman 2, as it seems her character may have ended up imprisoned by Robert Pattinson’s Batman. In this week’s episode, after Sofia is ruled unfit to stand trial, she becomes suspicious that Magpie has been watching her and ends up fatally attacking her by hitting her head against a table.
Magpie fought Batman and Superman
In issue number 3 of “The Man of Steel,” published in 1986, Magpie made an appearance, engaging (but ultimately failing) in a joint battle with Superman and Batman, marking one of their first collaborative efforts.
After the Crisis on Infinite Earths, this story finds Superman taking flight to Gotham City to capture Batman. Suspecting him to be another vigilante, much like in the film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
Nevertheless, a jewel thief who specialized in pilfering avian-named gems and setting up deceitful traps joined forces with these treasures. Behind the bars of Arkham Asylum, this miscreant was locked away. Consequently, Superman reassessed his opinion about Batman, leading to a newfound camaraderie between them.
Eventually, a band of villains employed by The Penguin took her life in 2011. In the DC’s New 52 relaunch, Magpie resurfaced and became part of the Secret Society of Super Villains. However, she met her end once more, only to reappear in the 2016 DC Rebirth revamp, joining the Suicide Squad. Sadly, she was killed again.
Magpie in live-action
In the world of virtual Gotham, I recently encountered two new characters – Magpie, skillfully played by Sarah Schenkkan, and Batwoman, brought to life by Rachel Matthews.
In her design for Gotham, you can see traces of her character as portrayed in the New 52 comics. However, unlike the usual tale where she interacts with Batman, their paths never crossed. Tragically, she encountered Oswald Cobblepot instead, who ended her life after finding her attempting to steal from his hideout.
As a devoted admirer, let me share this twist: The character I’ve grown fond of, whom we once knew as Margaret, has subtly transformed into Margot. And here’s an intriguing detail – in her secret life as a thief, she cleverly uses her profession as a photographer to scout the locations she intends to pilfer.
In the end, she encountered Batwoman after being discovered attempting to pilfer precious gems from Gotham’s museum. She also attempted to deceive the hero by using a 3D-printed timebomb necklace.
Her plan didn’t work, and she ended up in Blackgate Penitentiary.
Magpie in The Penguin
In the production of “The Penguin,” Marié Botha takes on the role of Magpie. Her character’s style and tone draw influence from both Harley Quinn and Harry Potter’s character, Moaning Myrtle.
Without a doubt, I added some Harley into that scene. A crucial stage direction indicates that Magpie speaks in a very high-pitched tone, which I believe stems from her extensive childhood trauma and bullying experiences. As a result, she tries to appear as innocent and childlike as possible, possibly to manipulate others or protect herself,” the actor shared with ScreenRant.
Is it possible that we might encounter her once more, despite the fact that Botha confirms Magpie has passed away?
There’s always a chance for anything, but in this specific series, it appears Sofia may have killed Magpie. Although Magpie comes back to life in the comics at a later point during Blackest Night, I’m intrigued by her past and want to delve deeper into her history.
“I’ve only imagined how it might unfold, but I’m curious to see what Matt Reeves or Lauren LeFranc would envision for the story. Deep down, a part of me isn’t quite ready to let go of Magpie just yet.
As a devoted fan like yourself, I highly recommend diving into our summaries of The Penguin’s first three episodes. Keep an eye out for Episode 5’s release date! Additionally, you might want to uncover the reasons behind Batman’s absence in The Penguin and why Julian Rush could potentially be a hidden Batman villain. Enjoy your exploration!
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2024-10-14 13:18