Monkey Prince

Creation & Design

Monkey Prince was created by Gene Luen Yang and Bernard Chang, inspired by the classic Chinese tale 'Journey to the West'. The character was designed to represent a modern take on the Monkey King mythos.

Early Years

Marcus Sun discovers his heritage and abilities as he navigates life as a teenager in Los Angeles, balancing his school life with his newfound powers.

Character Development

Throughout his journey, Marcus evolves from a confused teenager into a confident hero, learning to embrace his cultural heritage and the responsibilities that come with his powers.

Cultural Reception

Monkey Prince has been well-received for its representation of Asian culture and mythology in mainstream comics, resonating with a diverse audience.

Character Details

Real Name:
Marcus Sun
Aliases:
Monkey Prince
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Teen Titans, Justice League
Abilities:
Shape-shifting, Superhuman strength, Flight
Equipment:
Magic staff, Monkey King armor
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
black
Hair Color:
black

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1st appearance of the Monkey Prince

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Variant cover art by Bernard Chang featuring the Monkey Prince

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