Vanessa Ives is a fictional character from the television series Penny Dreadful, which aired from 2014 to 2016. She is portrayed by actress Eva Green and is known for her complex personality and deep connection to the supernatural. Vanessa is a medium with the ability to communicate with spirits, and she often grapples with her own inner demons and the dark forces around her. Throughout the series, Vanessa forms relationships with other characters, including Ethan Chandler, a werewolf, and Dorian Gray, who is immortal. Her journey explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle between good and evil, making her a central figure in the show's gothic narrative.