Moira

One of the women exchanging names in the dormitory Moira appears in Offred's imagined dialogue, suggesting going for a beer and describing her attire and demeanor. Offred imagines Moira as similar to the unknown writer, attributing youthful, freckled traits. Moira visits, offers cigarettes, discusses underground business, and reveals personal connections. Moira is recalled for a comment about pantyhose. Reunites with Offred through a hidden hole in the washroom and shares a cigarette Comments that the graphic movies were made with models. Offred whispers low to a woman asking if she is looking for Moira during the chanting. Moira's violent confrontation with Aunt Elizabeth ends with Aunt Lydia stating she is no longer with us, implying death. Moira contacts Offred by phone and works for a women’s collective publishing birth‑control material. Quoted on controlling behavior despite uncontrollable feelings Offred recalls Moira’s attitude, noting she would call the situation “chickenshit.” Moira appears in a disheveled rabbit costume and signals Offred with a secret gesture Moira appears, hugs Offred, discusses her temporary status, and recounts her extensive escape from the Centre Moira appears in Offred’s dialogue, commenting on the mother’s presumed death and offering sarcastic remarks.