Black Cat
Creation & Design
Black Cat was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Keith Pollard, first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #194. She was designed as a foil to Spider-Man, embodying both a romantic interest and a rival.Early Years
Initially introduced as a burglar with a complicated relationship with Spider-Man, Black Cat's character evolved over the years, showcasing her as both an anti-hero and a love interest.Character Development
Over the years, Black Cat has transitioned from a villain to an anti-heroine, often oscillating between her criminal past and her desire to do good, particularly in her interactions with Spider-Man.Cultural Reception
Black Cat has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her complexity and depth as a character.Character Details
Real Name:
Felicia Hardy
Aliases:
Black Cat, The Cat
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Sinister Six, The Avengers, Spider-Man
Abilities:
Enhanced agility, Expert acrobat, Master thief, Luck manipulation
Equipment:
Grappling hook, Cat-themed costume
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
white
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1st appearance of the Black Cat
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2nd appearance and origin of Black Cat
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3rd appearance of Black Cat
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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Spider-Man reveals his identity to Black Cat
Marvel ⋅ 1985
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2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Spot
Black Cat gives Spider-Man a non-symbiote version of the black costume which he starts wearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #263
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2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Spot
Black Cat gives Spider-Man a non-symbiote version of the black costume which he starts wearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #263
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First Black Cat limited series
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First battle of Black Cat and Silver Sable, one-page story that occurs in a comic book being read and commentated by Beavis & Butt-Head
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First battle of Black Cat and Silver Sable, one-page story that occurs in a comic book being read and commentated by Beavis & Butt-Head
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Cover art by Sana Takeda with allusions to a sub-genre of Japanese adult entertainment that focuses on tentacled alien aggressors
Characters on the cover include Misty Knight, Colleen Wing, Black Cat and Tarantula (Maria Vasquez)
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Cover art by Sana Takeda with allusions to a sub-genre of Japanese adult entertainment that focuses on tentacled alien aggressors
Characters on the cover include Misty Knight, Colleen Wing, Black Cat and Tarantula (Maria Vasquez)
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring The Black Cat
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring The Black Cat
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring The Black Cat
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring The Black Cat
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Cover art featuring Enchantress, Black Cat, Medusa, Satana
Copies ordered by retailers: 8,275
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Cover art featuring Enchantress, Black Cat, Medusa, Satana
Copies ordered by retailers: 8,275
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Ultimate Black Cat
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Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Ultimate Black Cat
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Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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2nd appearance of Silk and full cover appearance
1st appearance of Goblin King, Phil Urich, formerly Goblin Knight
📖 Spider-Verse Reading Order: read The Amazing Spider-Man #5, then Free Comic Book Day 2014 - Guardians of the Galaxy
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2nd appearance of Silk and full cover appearance
1st appearance of Goblin King, Phil Urich, formerly Goblin Knight
📖 Spider-Verse Reading Order: read The Amazing Spider-Man #5, then Free Comic Book Day 2014 - Guardians of the Galaxy
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Variant cover art by Kris Anka
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Variant virgin cover art by Artgerm featuring Black Cat
Exclusive issued by ComicXposure
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Variant virgin cover art by Artgerm featuring Black Cat
Exclusive issued by ComicXposure
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Webstore exclusive
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Webstore exclusive
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Variant cover art by Tyler Kirkham, limited to 800 copies
Emerald City Comic Con 2018
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Variant cover art by Tyler Kirkham, limited to 800 copies
Emerald City Comic Con 2018
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Variant cover art by Frank Cho
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell, limited to 1,300 copies
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell, limited to 1,300 copies
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Variant virgin cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew, limited to 1,000 copies
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew, limited to 1,000 copies
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew featuring the Black Cat
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew featuring the Black Cat
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First ongoing series featuring Black Cat
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Variant cover art by Peach Momoko
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Artwork pairs together with Superior Spider-Man #20 Campbell variant
Rupp's Comics exclusive
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Artwork pairs together with Superior Spider-Man #20 Campbell variant
Rupp's Comics exclusive
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San Diego Comic Con 2019 exclusive signed by J. Scott Campbell
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San Diego Comic Con 2019 exclusive signed by J. Scott Campbell
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Variant cover art by Jen Bartel
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Cover art inspired by the famous poster 'Le Chat Noir' which was created as an advertisement for Paris's first modern cabaret -Theophile Steinlen, 1896
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Cover art inspired by the famous poster 'Le Chat Noir' which was created as an advertisement for Paris's first modern cabaret -Theophile Steinlen, 1896
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Variant cover art by David Nakayama
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by David Nakayama
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Variant cover art by David Nakayama
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Debut of Black Cat's Iron Cat armor
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Variant cover art by Skan featuring Black Cat in Full Metal Black Cat armor
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Variant cover art by Skan featuring Black Cat in Full Metal Black Cat armor
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Variant cover art by Carlos Pacheco
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Variant cover art by InHyuk Lee
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Variant cover art by Pepe Laraz
Design variant
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
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Debut of new Black Cat costume and powers after activating the Yggdrasil Staff, temporarily
King In Black tie-in
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Debut of new Black Cat costume and powers after activating the Yggdrasil Staff, temporarily
King In Black tie-in
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
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Variant cover art by Ibraim Roberson
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Variant cover art by Guile Sharp
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Variant cover art by Sway
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