Scorpion
Creation & Design
Scorpion was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko as a villain for Spider-Man, designed to be a formidable foe with a unique scorpion-themed costume and abilities.Early Years
Initially introduced as a foe for Spider-Man, Scorpion's character evolved over the years, often being manipulated by others and struggling with his identity.Character Development
Over the years, Scorpion has transitioned from a simple villain to a more complex character, often struggling with his identity and morality, especially after bonding with the Venom symbiote.Cultural Reception
Scorpion has been well-received as a classic Spider-Man villain, often praised for his unique design and abilities.Character Details
Real Name:
Mac Gargan
Aliases:
Scorpion, Venom, Spider-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Sinister Six, Thunderbolts, Spider-Man
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Agility, Wall-crawling, Enhanced reflexes
Equipment:
Mechanical Scorpion tail, Venom symbiote
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
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Amazing Spider-Man #19
Marvel
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1964
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Mac Gargan, becomes Scorpion in The Amazing Spider-Man #20
[September 2023 - there is a rumor that the Scorpion story arc will pick up in Spider-Man 4 which makes sense since the character was introduced in Spider-Man Homecoming / May 2025 - rumored villain for Spider-Man: Brand New Day / August 2025 - confirmed]
1st appearance of Mac Gargan, becomes Scorpion in The Amazing Spider-Man #20
[September 2023 - there is a rumor that the Scorpion story arc will pick up in Spider-Man 4 which makes sense since the character was introduced in Spider-Man Homecoming / May 2025 - rumored villain for Spider-Man: Brand New Day / August 2025 - confirmed]
Amazing Spider-Man #20
Marvel
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1965
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Vol. 1
1st appearance and origin of Scorpion, Mac Gargan appears in The Amazing Spider-Man #19
1st appearance and origin of Scorpion, Mac Gargan appears in The Amazing Spider-Man #19
Amazing Spider-Man #29
Marvel
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1965
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Scorpion
Avengers, The #222
Marvel
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1982
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Vol. 1
New Masters of Evil roster led by Egghead: Moonstone, Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Whirlwind
New Masters of Evil roster led by Egghead: Moonstone, Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Whirlwind
Marvel Knights: Spider-Man #10
Marvel
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2005
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Mac Gargan as Venom, final page
1st team appearance of the Sinister Twelve
1st appearance of Mac Gargan as Venom, final page
1st team appearance of the Sinister Twelve
Second printing
Amazing Spider-Man #572
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
Mac Gargan becomes a Venom/Scorpion hybrid
Variant second printing cover appearance of Mac Gargan as a Scorpion/Venom hybrid
Variant second printing cover appearance of Mac Gargan as a Scorpion/Venom hybrid
Dark Avengers #1
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
1st full appearance of the Dark Avengers: Norman Osborn as Iron Patriot, Noh-Varr as Captain Marvel, Daken as Wolverine, Mac Gargan/Venom as Spider-Man, Bullseye as Hawkeye, Moonstone as Ms. Marvel, Sentry and Ares
Dark Avengers made a partial team cameo in New Avengers #49
First mention of H.A.M.M.E.R., the government organization that replaces S.H.I.E.L.D. under the leadership of Norman Osborn
1st full appearance of the Dark Avengers: Norman Osborn as Iron Patriot, Noh-Varr as Captain Marvel, Daken as Wolverine, Mac Gargan/Venom as Spider-Man, Bullseye as Hawkeye, Moonstone as Ms. Marvel, Sentry and Ares
Dark Avengers made a partial team cameo in New Avengers #49
First mention of H.A.M.M.E.R., the government organization that replaces S.H.I.E.L.D. under the leadership of Norman Osborn
Amazing Spider-Man #648
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 1
Mac Gargan and the Venom symbiote are separated
Introduction of Reverbium, a metal that amplifies sound, opposite of Vibranium
Mac Gargan and the Venom symbiote are separated
Introduction of Reverbium, a metal that amplifies sound, opposite of Vibranium
Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #6
Marvel
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2012
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Maximus Gargan in the Ultimate Universe
Variant cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
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