Eretria (Shannara)

Eretria
Shannara character
A close-up of a brunette woman's face
Ivana Baquero as Eretria
First appearanceNovel:
The Elfstones of Shannara
Television:
"Chosen"
(Episode 1.01)
Last appearanceNovel:
The Wishsong of Shannara
Television:
Created byCharacter
Terry Brooks
Television producers
Miles Millar
Alfred Gough
Portrayed byIvana Baquero
In-universe information
Full nameEretria Ohmsford
FamilyBrin (daughter), Jair (son)

Eretria is a fictional character from the Shannara series of fantasy novels by Terry Brooks and their television adaptation. In the latter, she is portrayed by Ivana Baquero. Described as "a delicate balance of strength and sensitivity",[1] she is introduced as a cocky young woman from a clan of pillagers. Though she initially displays a callous facade, Eretria eventually reveals a compassionate side.

Eretria has received praise from numerous critics. During the first season of the television show, Baquero revealed her fondness for the role, citing depth and character development.[2]

  1. ^ "Meet Eretria". mtv.com. November 17, 2015. Archived from the original on November 29, 2015. Retrieved December 18, 2016.
  2. ^ Nakamura, Reid (January 26, 2016). "'The Shannara Chronicles' Star Ivana Baquero on Why Eretria Came Back to Save Wil and Amberle". thewrap.com. Retrieved December 18, 2016.