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| “ | "The world is a chessboard, Mr. Queen. And I'm always one move ahead." | „ |
| ~ Cyrus Vanch |
| “ | "I don't forgive and I don't forget." | „ |
| ~ Cyrus Vanch |
Cyrus Vanch is a secondary antagonist in Season 1 of the CW television series Arrow.
Cyrus Vanch is a ruthless and wealthy businessman who escapes from prison in "Arrow." He takes over the city's criminal underworld using his connections and resources. Arrow infiltrates his organization and with the help of Detective Quentin Lance and his team, brings him down and ensures he remains in prison. Although Vanch makes a brief appearance in season two, he is ultimately depicted as a manipulative criminal who is no match for the combined efforts of Arrow and the police.
He was portrayed by David Anders who played Blaine Debeers in Izombie and John Gilbert in The Vampire Diaries.
Roles[]
His role in the show is mainly as an antagonist to Oliver Queen, the vigilante known as Arrow, and his team. Vanch's criminal activities and plans for the city provide a major challenge for Arrow, who is determined to stop him. In the end, Arrow and the police are able to bring Vanch down and ensure that he stays in prison, though he briefly appears in a later episode to provide information to Oliver about a new threat. Overall, Vanch's role in "Arrow" is that of a formidable and dangerous opponent who tests the limits of Arrow's abilities and resources.
Personality[]
Vanch is depicted as a master strategist who is always one step ahead of his opponents. He is able to recruit an army of mercenaries and take over the city's criminal underworld with ease, using his resources and connections to his advantage. Vanch is also portrayed as a charismatic and persuasive speaker, able to manipulate people into doing what he wants.
Despite his success, Vanch is also shown to be somewhat paranoid and easily angered. He is quick to suspect betrayal from his subordinates and will not hesitate to take extreme measures to punish those who cross him. Overall, Vanch's personality in "Arrow" is that of a dangerous and unpredictable individual who poses a significant threat to the city and its inhabitants.
Biography[]
Early Life[]
Cyrus Vanch is a career criminal who has been involved in several illegal activities including drug running, racketeering, human trafficking, and murder, with connections to at least 52 homicides. His name ends up on The List, and he is prosecuted by CNRI, leading to a sentence of three consecutive life sentences in Iron Heights prison. However, after just eight months, Vanch is released due to a lack of evidence.
Season 1[]
After being released from prison, Cyrus Vanch kills his lawyer George Wolfman and takes over his mansion with his girlfriend Vivian. He plans to impress various criminal organizations to claim his piece of the underworld. The Hood, overhearing their conversation, tries to intervene but fails. Vanch and Vivian learn about The Hood's connection to Laurel Lance, one of the attorneys who prosecuted Vanch, and kidnap her to use as bait. They threaten to kill her unless The Hood meets them at sunrise. The Hood arrives but is captured as he has no arrows left. However, Detective Quentin Lance arrives and helps him take down Vanch and his men. Vanch is sent back to prison to serve his full sentence.
Killed Victims[]
- Peter Declan
- Unamed Guards
- Paul Copani
- Adam Donner
- Unnamed Thugs
Abilities[]
- Master Strategist: Vanch is a skilled strategist, able to plan and execute complex criminal schemes with precision.
- Charisma and Persuasion: Vanch is a charismatic and persuasive speaker, able to manipulate people into doing what he wants.
- Wealth and Resources: Vanch is a wealthy businessman with extensive resources at his disposal, which he uses to further his criminal enterprises.
- Combat Skills: Vanch is shown to be a capable fighter, able to hold his own against opponents in hand-to-hand combat.
- Manipulation: Vanch is a master manipulator, able to use his charisma and intelligence to control and manipulate those around him.
- Intimidation: Vanch is a fearsome figure, known for using intimidation and violence to get what he wants.
Equipment[]
- High-Tech Office: Vanch's office is equipped with high-tech equipment and security measures, including surveillance cameras, encrypted computer systems, and bulletproof glass.
- Mercenary Army: Vanch is able to recruit a large army of well-trained mercenaries to carry out his criminal enterprises.
- Weapons: Vanch's mercenaries are armed with a variety of weapons, including assault rifles and handguns.
- Armored Vehicles: Vanch's mercenaries use armored vehicles, including SUVs and vans, to transport themselves and their weapons.
- Explosives: Vanch is shown to have access to explosives, which he uses to carry out his criminal schemes.
- Medical Equipment: Vanch has medical equipment, including oxygen tanks and defibrillators, in his office to ensure that he is always prepared for emergencies.
Trivia[]
- The character of Cyrus Vanch is not based on any particular character from the DC Comics, but was created specifically for the TV series "Arrow."
- In the episode "Betrayal," Vanch is seen wearing a white suit that resembles the one worn by the DC Comics villain Tobias Whale.
- The character of Vanch was initially supposed to be a one-off villain, but the showrunners were impressed by David Anders' performance and decided to bring him back for a second episode.
- The episode "Vertigo" in which Vanch first appears is named after the drug Vertigo, which plays a significant role in the plot of the episode.
