Sleeper
Creation & Design
Sleeper was created by writer Ed Brubaker and artist Scott McDaniel, first appearing in the 'Sleeper' series which was part of the WildStorm imprint before being integrated into the main Marvel Universe.Early Years
Initially introduced as a villain associated with Spider-Man, Eddie Brock's character evolved over time, leading to his complex relationship with the symbiote and his eventual role as an anti-hero.Character Development
Over the years, Eddie Brock has transitioned from a villain to a complex anti-hero, grappling with his identity and the moral implications of his actions while under the influence of the symbiote.Cultural Reception
Sleeper has received a mixed to positive reception, with fans appreciating the depth of his character and the moral ambiguity he represents.Character Details
Real Name:
Eddie Brock
Aliases:
Venom, Agent Venom
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Thunderbolts, The Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Agility, Regeneration, Camouflage
Equipment:
Symbiote suit
Weight:
225lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
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Venom: Space Knight #12
Marvel
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2016
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Vol. 1
1st cameo appearance of Venom's original host
Venom #165
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
1st cameo appearance of Sleeper, the infant symbiote spawn of Venom
Venom: First Host #3
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Sleeper, the result of Eddie Brock bonding with the infant Symbiote
1st appearance of Sleeper, the result of Eddie Brock bonding with the infant Symbiote
Venom: First Host #4
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
1st cover and 2nd appearance of Sleeper
2nd appearance of Sleeper
Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley
On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #3 and #5 second printings
2nd appearance of Sleeper
Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley
On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #3 and #5 second printings
Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley
On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #3 and #4 second printings
Circulation: 1,737
Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley
On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #3 and #4 second printings
Circulation: 1,737
Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley
On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #4 and #5 second printings
Direct market circulation: 1,624
Also distributed in Walmart 3-packs
Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley
On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #4 and #5 second printings
Direct market circulation: 1,624
Also distributed in Walmart 3-packs
Variant cover art by Gerardo Sandoval
Extreme Carnage: Alpha #1
Marvel
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2021
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Vol. 1
1st appearance Arthur Krane, host of the Carnage symbiote
1st appearance of Gemma Shin, host of the Agony symbiote
1st appearance of Hank, host of the Sleeper symbiote
1st appearance Arthur Krane, host of the Carnage symbiote
1st appearance of Gemma Shin, host of the Agony symbiote
1st appearance of Hank, host of the Sleeper symbiote
Free Comic Book Day 2022: Spider-Man / Venom #1
Marvel
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2022
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Vol. 1
Introduction of the Rascal symbiote, bonds with Normie Osborne
Venom #11
Marvel
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2022
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Vol. 5
1st full appearance of Sleeper Agent, the Sleeper symbiote with Hank, a new host introduced in Extreme Carnage: Alpha
1st full appearance of Sleeper Agent, the Sleeper symbiote with Hank, a new host introduced in Extreme Carnage: Alpha
All-New Venom #5
Marvel
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2025
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Vol. 1
Identity of All-New Venom revealed to be Mary Jane Watson
The Sleeper Symbiote bonds with M.O.D.O.K.
Identity of All-New Venom revealed to be Mary Jane Watson
The Sleeper Symbiote bonds with M.O.D.O.K.
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