A Discovery of Witches: A definitive guide to the supernatural creatures of the show

A Discovery of Witches is an enthralling British fantasy television series that aired from September 2018 to January 2022. The series is based on the All Souls Trilogy by Deborah Harkness and features a stellar cast. Teresa Palmer stars in the lead role alongside Matthew Goode. The show also features Edward Bluemel, Louise Brealey, Malin Buska, and Aiysha Hart.

The show's first two seasons aired on Sky One and the third on Sky Max. It received critical acclaim from both fans and critics and was nominated for Best New Drama at the 2019 National Television Awards.

A Discovery of Witches centers around a witch named Diana Bishop and explores a world filled with vampires, mysterious genetics, and other supernatural creatures.

"Diana Bishop, historian and witch, accesses Ashmole 782 and knows she must solve its mysteries. She is offered help by the enigmatic Matthew Clairmont, but he's a vampire and witches should never trust vampires," read its synopsis.

Below is the definitive guide to all the supernatural beings in A Discovery of Witches:

Witches

Teresa Palmer as Diana Bishop | Image Source: Prime Video

Witches are the primary supernatural creatures in the show, each possessing unique powers. From flying and time travel to controlling the weather and reading minds, these witches demonstrate extraordinary abilities. The lead character, Diana Bishop, is also a witch, born to extremely powerful parents. Additionally, she is a historian in the series.

Other characters who are witches on the show include Diana Bishop's aunt, Sarah Bishop, and her aunt's partner, Emily Mather, Gillian Chamberlain, and Peter Knox.

Daemons

Greg McHugh as the daemon Hamish Osborne | Image Source: Prime Video

Daemons are another type of supernatural creature featured in A Discovery of Witches. They are mostly similar to humans and have a similar lifespan. Known for their creativity and artistic talents, daemons play a unique role in the series. Hamish Osborne and The Wilsons are among the daemons portrayed in the show.

Vampires

Matthew Goode as vampire Matthew Clairmont | Image Source: Prime Video

Vampires in A Discovery of Witches are cold-blooded, naturally very handsome creatures. However, unlike traditional vampires, the ones in the show do not have fangs and can walk in daylight. These vampires often pursue careers as scientists.

Matthew Clairmont, portrayed by Matthew Goode, is one of the main vampires in the series. Other notable vampires include Marcus Whitmore, Miriam Shepherd, Ysabeau de Clermont, Domenico Michele, Baldwin Montclair, Gerbert D'Aurillac, and Juliette Durand.