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Marco Becker
Marco Becker
Appeared in Highlander: The Raven episode Passion Play
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Name Marco Becker
Born Unknown, prior to 1863
First Death Unknown, prior to 1863
Final Death 1963; Chicago, Illinois USA
Cause of Death Beheaded by Renaissance noble longsword
Age At least 25 (at First Death)
Over 100 (at Final Death)
Origin Likely American
Status Deceased
Victor Wilson Geary
Occupation Actor
Poet
Portrayed by  Kirby Morrow

Marco Becker was an Immortal living as a poet and an actor. His death led to the plot of Passion Play.

History with Amanda

Amanda remembered him as talented and likable, but also as stubborn, and she made ​​fun of his snoring. According to Amanda, a little before 1863 Marco had a relationship with her. They both enjoyed their time in Paris. Amanda and Marco saw one another for the last time in St. Tropez - at a nudist beach.

Marco & Lucy on stage, 1963

Marco & Lucy on stage, 1963

Marco traveled to Chicago in 1963, with his mortal wife, Lucy. They appeared in a play he wrote called Timeless which was received with great enthusiasm as were the stars, Marco and his wife, Lucy.

His old friend Amanda appeared at one performance, and the pair reunited after the show, happily recalling old times. Lucy was confused by the lovely Amanda and a bit hurt by Marcos' response to her. Lucy remained behind when Marco left the bar, and was targeted by another man with ulterior motives.

Death

Marco draws his sword.

Marco draws his sword.

Marco later received a call from Wilson Geary, an Immortal he knew but did not like. Geary told him that Lucy was dead.

When the enraged Marco stormed into his apartment, he was stunned to find Lucy alive. His surprised hesitation was enough to allow Geary to drop on him from ambush and take his head without a fight, right in front of the horrified young Lucy.

Legacy

When Geary encountered Lucy again in 1999, she tried to kill him and only ended up nearly being killed herself. However, Amanda would rescue her and behead Geary, avenging Marco.

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