Man-Thing
Creation & Design
Man-Thing was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Gerry Conway, inspired by the Swamp Thing character from DC Comics. He first appeared in 'Savage Tales' and was designed to embody the themes of horror and environmentalism.Early Years
Initially, Ted Sallis was a scientist who transformed into the Man-Thing after a failed experiment to recreate the Super-Soldier Serum. His early stories focused on his struggles with his new identity and his connection to the swamp.Character Development
Over the years, Man-Thing has evolved from a horror character to a more complex figure representing environmental themes and the struggle between humanity and nature. His interactions with other heroes have added depth to his character, making him a unique presence in the Marvel Universe.Cultural Reception
Man-Thing has received a mixed reception over the years, with some praising his depth and others viewing him as a lesser-known character. However, he has gained a cult following.Character Details
Real Name:
Ted Sallis
Aliases:
Man-Thing, The Guardian of the Nexus of All Realities
Species:
Human/Plant Hybrid
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Avengers, The Defenders, The Nexus of All Realities
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Empathy with plant life, Immortality
Weight:
400lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
none
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Savage Tales Magazine #1
Marvel
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1971
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Man-Thing, Ted Sallis, a scientist who developed a serum to protect soldiers from chemical warfare
The Super Soldier program known as Project Sulphur aka Weapon IV, had the unintended effect of transforming Ted Sallis into Man-Thing
1st appearance of Ellen Brandt
1st team appearance of the Femizons
1st appearance of Man-Thing, Ted Sallis, a scientist who developed a serum to protect soldiers from chemical warfare
The Super Soldier program known as Project Sulphur aka Weapon IV, had the unintended effect of transforming Ted Sallis into Man-Thing
1st appearance of Ellen Brandt
1st team appearance of the Femizons
Astonishing Tales #12
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Man-Thing in a standard comic book, second overall appearance having been introduced in Savage Tales Magazine #1
Origin of Man-Thing
1st cover appearance of Bobbi Morse, full name and occupation as government agent revealed
1st appearance of Man-Thing in a standard comic book, second overall appearance having been introduced in Savage Tales Magazine #1
Origin of Man-Thing
1st cover appearance of Bobbi Morse, full name and occupation as government agent revealed
Astonishing Tales #13
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
1st cover and third appearance of Man-Thing
Fear (Adventure Into) #10
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
First headlining Man-Thing title feature
Fear (Adventure Into) #11
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Jennifer Kale, a sorceress well-versed in the magical arts
1st appearance of Thog, a powerful Hell Lord
First mention of the Nexus of All Realities, an inter-dimensional gateway
1st appearance of Jennifer Kale, a sorceress well-versed in the magical arts
1st appearance of Thog, a powerful Hell Lord
First mention of the Nexus of All Realities, an inter-dimensional gateway
Fear (Adventure Into) #15
Marvel
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1973
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
Monsters Unleashed #3
Curtis
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1973
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Vol. 1
Origin of Man-Thing, first reprint of Savage Tales #1
Death announcement of comic book artist Syd Shores, artist on Captain America through much of the Golden Age
Origin of Man-Thing, first reprint of Savage Tales #1
Death announcement of comic book artist Syd Shores, artist on Captain America through much of the Golden Age
Marvel Two-In-One #1
Marvel
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1974
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Vol. 1
Series that teams up The Thing with different Marvel characters
Team-up of the Thing and Man-Thing
Series that teams up The Thing with different Marvel characters
Team-up of the Thing and Man-Thing
Man-Thing #1
Marvel
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1974
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Howard the Duck
First Man-Thing solo title
Giant-Size Man-Thing #1
Marvel
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1974
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Vol. 1
Original story plus reprints
Marvel Premiere #28
Marvel
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1976
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance and origin of the Legion of Monsters: Ghost Rider, Man-Thing, Morbius, Werewolf By Night
Although the cover indicates these characters team-up, the story pits Ghost Rider against the other monsters while attempting to protect an alien - it is not a conventional team-up or team assembly
1st team appearance and origin of the Legion of Monsters: Ghost Rider, Man-Thing, Morbius, Werewolf By Night
Although the cover indicates these characters team-up, the story pits Ghost Rider against the other monsters while attempting to protect an alien - it is not a conventional team-up or team assembly
Man-Thing #1
Marvel
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1979
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Vol. 2
Premiere issue of the second Man-Thing series
Saga of the Swamp Thing #47
DC
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1986
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of the Parliament of Trees, elementals like Swamp Thing
Unofficial cameo by Marvel's Man-Thing
1st team appearance of the Parliament of Trees, elementals like Swamp Thing
Unofficial cameo by Marvel's Man-Thing
Midnight Sons Unlimited #8
Marvel
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1995
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Vol. 1
Cover art by Lee Sullivan
Marvel Zombies 4 #1
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
New Midnight Sons roster: Morbius, Hellstorm, Werewolf By Night, Man-Thing, Jennifer Kale
New Midnight Sons roster: Morbius, Hellstorm, Werewolf By Night, Man-Thing, Jennifer Kale
Second printing
Infernal Man-Thing #3
Marvel
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2012
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Vol. 1
First reprint of Savage Tales Magazine #1 in a standard comic book, the first appearance of Man-Thing
Copies ordered by retailers: 10,631
First reprint of Savage Tales Magazine #1 in a standard comic book, the first appearance of Man-Thing
Copies ordered by retailers: 10,631
S.H.I.E.L.D. #9
Marvel
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2015
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Vol. 4
1st team appearance of the Howling Commandos II under S.T.A.K.E.- Special Threat Assessment for Known Extranormalities: Warwolf II (1st), Hit Monkey, Jasper Sitwell, Vampire by Night, Manphibian, Nina Price, Orrgo, Teen Abomination
1st team appearance of the Howling Commandos II under S.T.A.K.E.- Special Threat Assessment for Known Extranormalities: Warwolf II (1st), Hit Monkey, Jasper Sitwell, Vampire by Night, Manphibian, Nina Price, Orrgo, Teen Abomination
Man-Thing #1
Marvel
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2017
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Vol. 5
Five-issue limited series written by R.L. Stine, the author famous for Goosebumps franchise
Five-issue limited series written by R.L. Stine, the author famous for Goosebumps franchise
Variant cover art by Mike Deodato
Infinity Wars: Sleepwalker #1
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Man-Thing Thang Thoom (Man-Thing/Fing Fang Foom)
1st appearance of Little Monster (Hulk/Ant-Man), a miniature Incredible Hulk
1st appearance of Dark Starhawk (Darkhawk/Nova)
1st appearance of Man-Thing Thang Thoom (Man-Thing/Fing Fang Foom)
1st appearance of Little Monster (Hulk/Ant-Man), a miniature Incredible Hulk
1st appearance of Dark Starhawk (Darkhawk/Nova)
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