Kevin Matchstick
Creation & Design
Kevin Matchstick was created by Matt Wagner as a modern-day hero who embodies the archetype of the classic hero's journey.Early Years
Kevin's early life was marked by a struggle to understand his powers and the responsibilities that come with them, often leading him into conflict with various magical entities.Character Development
Throughout his journey, Kevin evolves from a reluctant hero into a fully realized champion of good, grappling with the complexities of his powers and the moral implications of his choices.Cultural Reception
Kevin Matchstick has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for its unique blend of fantasy and reality, as well as its deep character development.Character Details
Real Name:
Kevin Matchstick
Aliases:
The Hero, The Chosen One
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Knights of the Round Table, The Mage
Abilities:
Magic manipulation, Combat skills, Enhanced reflexes
Equipment:
Magic staff, Sword
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown
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Mage: The Hero Discovered #1
Comico
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1984
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Kevin Matchstick, the reincarnation of King Arthur with Excalibur depicted as a glowing baseball bat
1st appearance of Kevin Matchstick, the reincarnation of King Arthur with Excalibur depicted as a glowing baseball bat
Mage: The Hero Discovered #3
Comico
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1984
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Edsel
Mage: The Hero Discovered #13
Comico
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1986
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Vol. 1
Origin of Kevin Matchstick
Final confrontation of Grendel and Argent concluding the first 6 part Grendel back-up story
Origin of Kevin Matchstick
Final confrontation of Grendel and Argent concluding the first 6 part Grendel back-up story
Mage: The Hero Denied #15
Image
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2019
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Vol. 1
Series finale
After 35 years, creator Matt Wagner retires the character Kevin Matchstick
Series finale
After 35 years, creator Matt Wagner retires the character Kevin Matchstick
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