In the latter half of The Sandman's second season, Morpheus is repeatedly told that he has changed. Despite his serious demeanor as Master of the Dreaming, his friends and family point out his growth in various relationships. Nonetheless, Morpheus's character often feels overshadowed by more dynamic characters, creating a lack of engagement with his storyline. The adaptation of The Kindly Ones and The Wake comic arcs highlights a disconnect between how Morpheus is perceived and his presentation on screen, culminating in a sendoff that feels unsatisfactory even under Neil Gaiman's influence.
Morpheus, the Master of the Dreaming, is perceived by others to have changed, becoming a thoughtful ex-boyfriend and a better family member, but he struggles to see himself this way.
Despite the emphasis on Morpheus's supposed transformation in The Sandman, he often feels like a secondary character amid richer narratives and more engaging personalities.
The adaptation's interpretation of Morpheus as a 'stuffed shirt' detracts from the central character's depth, leading to a disconnect between character perception and portrayal.
Neil Gaiman's presence looms over the final episodes of the season, influencing the adaptation even if he did not directly write the last episodes.
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