Maryann Forrester

 is a fictional character from "The Southern Vampire Mysteries" series of novels written by Charlaine Harris. The novels have been adapted into the popular HBO television series, True Blood, where the role of was played by actress Michelle Forbes. Maryann was a type of witch known as a Maenad and made a cameo appearance in the season one episode "To Love Is to Bury". In season two, she became much more prominent and was one of two central antagonists presented throughout the season. Maryann Forrester was responsible for creating a Dionysian cult, indoctrinating several key characters from the series including Tara Thornton.

Overview
Maryann Forrester was a powerful Maenad who was immortal and had the ability to transform her entire body, or selected parts into other creatures. Her chosen form of power was that of the bull, but she also turned her hands into cloven-hoofed bovine appendages. Marryann's ultimate goal was to become the bride of Dionysus, which could only be officiated at a large Bacchanal, ending with her corporeal death.

Maryann Forrester chose to make Bon Temps, Louisiana the site of her great wedding. She used her powers to charm those around her into obeying her commands, most of which involved conducting acts of extreme hedonism, even if such acts were in stark contrast to the personality of those under her sway.

Her wedding reception took place at the home of Sookie Stackhouse, and she had most of the town's residents in attendance; all of whom were intoxicated with Maryann's power. The only one who seemed to be able to resist her influence was Sam Merlotte, who was also a shape-shifter. In the end, Sam was able to put a stop to Maryann by transforming into the form of a bull and goring her before she could complete her ritualistic wedding.

Notes & Trivia



 * Maryann Forrester was over two-thousand years old when she died.