It: Welcome To Derry Secretly Put Stephen King Maturin Fan Theory To Bed

Dedicated Stephen King fans recognize the turtle as a symbol of Maturin, a powerful, ancient being. In King’s shared universe, Maturin is the natural opponent of the evil entity Pennywise, representing creation and love against hatred and destruction. While Maturin is central to the Dark Tower series, he also appears in It, though the extent of his role continues to be debated among fans.






