Green Goblin II
Creation & Design
Harry Osborn was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #31 in 1965 as Peter Parker's best friend and the son of Norman Osborn.Early Years
Initially introduced as a supporting character, Harry's character evolved into the Green Goblin II after the death of his father, Norman Osborn, leading him to take on the mantle of the Green Goblin.Character Development
Over the years, Harry Osborn has evolved from a supporting character to a complex antagonist, grappling with his father's legacy and his own moral dilemmas, ultimately becoming a tragic figure in the Spider-Man mythos.Cultural Reception
Harry Osborn as Green Goblin II has been well-received, often praised for the depth of his character and the emotional weight of his storylines.Character Details
Real Name:
Harry Osborn
Aliases:
Green Goblin, The Goblin
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Osborn Industries, Sinister Six
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Goblin Glider
Equipment:
Pumpkin bombs, Goblin serum
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde
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Amazing Spider-Man #31
Marvel
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1965
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Gwen Stacy
1st appearance of Harry Osborn
1st appearance of Miles Warren, later becomes the Jackal
First time Doctor Octopus is referred to as the Master Planner
First use of the word 'Thwip' when activating Spider-Man's web-shooters
1st appearance of Gwen Stacy
1st appearance of Harry Osborn
1st appearance of Miles Warren, later becomes the Jackal
First time Doctor Octopus is referred to as the Master Planner
First use of the word 'Thwip' when activating Spider-Man's web-shooters
Amazing Spider-Man #34
Marvel
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1966
•
Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Gwen Stacy
2nd appearance of Harry Osborne
Amazing Spider-Man #96
Marvel
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1971
•
Vol. 1
Published without approval from the Comics Code Authority due to a sub-plot about drug use
The depiction of drugs in a negative light was well-received by readers which led to the Comics Code Authority easing-up on creative restrictions
Published without approval from the Comics Code Authority due to a sub-plot about drug use
The depiction of drugs in a negative light was well-received by readers which led to the Comics Code Authority easing-up on creative restrictions
Amazing Spider-Man #97
Marvel
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1971
•
Vol. 1
Drug addiction plot
Amazing Spider-Man #98
Marvel
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1971
•
Vol. 1
Drug addiction plot
Amazing Spider-Man #136
Marvel
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1974
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Harry Osborn as the Green Goblin
Amazing Spider-Man #137
Marvel
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1974
•
Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Harry Osborn as the Green Goblin
Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #200
Marvel
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1993
•
Vol. 1
Death of Green Goblin, Harry Osborn
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