sanman

Sanman, also known as Sandman, is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Neil Gaiman, Sam Kieth, and Mike Dringenberg, the character first appeared in The Sandman #1 (January 1989). Sanman is the personification of dreams and stories, and his true name is Morpheus, one of the seven Endless, a family of anthropomorphic personifications of universal concepts.

Morpheus is typically depicted as a tall, gaunt man with dark hair, often shown wearing dark clothing. His appearance can vary, reflecting the dreams and subconscious of those he encounters. His powers are vast and relate to the dream realm, including the ability to shape dreams, induce sleep, and manipulate the minds of others through their subconscious. He is also capable of teleportation and has superhuman strength and longevity.

Throughout his history, Sanman has experienced periods of imprisonment, notably being captured by a mortal occultist in 1916 and held captive for seventy years. His escape initiates a journey of self-discovery and restoration of his kingdom, the Dreaming. The Sandman series explores themes of mythology, history, and human nature through Morpheus's interactions with various characters, both divine and mortal. He has had a significant impact on the comic book medium, with the series often cited for its literary quality and complex narrative.