Merovingian (The Matrix)
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| Merovingian | |
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| The Matrix character | |
 Lambert Wilson as the Merovingian in The Matrix Reloaded. |
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| Created by | Wachowski brothers |
| Portrayed by | Lambert Wilson (The Matrix Reloaded/The Matrix Revolutions) Maurice LaMarche (The Matrix: The Path of Neo) |
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| Aliases | the Frenchman |
| Species | Computer program |
| Gender | Male |
| Spouse(s) | Persephone |
The Merovingian, also known as the Frenchman, and called Merv by Trinity, is a fictional character in The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, portrayed by Lambert Wilson in both films. He also plays a prominent role in the MMORPG The Matrix Online, often in conflict with Zion, the Machines, and occasionally with other Exile groups as well.
[edit] Cultural references
The Merovingian is named after the Merovingian dynasty of Frankish royalty. He is evidently based on the archetype of the death god found in many world mythologies and is also somewhat akin to a satanic character. This is shown by his ownership over a nightclub called Club Hel, Hel being the name of the Underworld in Scandinavian myth and also being the source of the English word "Hell", thus alluding to both the death-god and Satan aspects of his persona. Both are further enhanced by his control over dark creatures such as vampires and werewolves among others. His wife, Persephone, is named after and bears similarities to the Greek Goddess of renewal and reluctant seasonal companion of Hades, the God of the Underworld in Greek mythology.
[edit] Online
In The Matrix Online, it has been revealed by an Exile character called "the General" (not all Exile programs are beholden to the Merovingian) that the Merovingian was originally an Operating System in purpose. In at least one Live Event, the Merovingian has confirmed the General's assertion.
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