Tiger Shark
Creation & Design
Tiger Shark was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist John Buscema, first appearing in the 1970s as a formidable foe for Namor the Sub-Mariner.Early Years
Initially a human who underwent a transformation to gain aquatic abilities, Tiger Shark became a recurring villain in the Sub-Mariner series, often clashing with Namor and other heroes.Character Development
Over the years, Tiger Shark has evolved from a mere antagonist to a more complex character, often showing a mix of villainy and occasional anti-hero traits, reflecting the changing dynamics of comic book storytelling.Cultural Reception
Tiger Shark has received mixed reviews, often seen as a lesser-known villain compared to others in the Marvel Universe, but he has garnered a dedicated fanbase.Character Details
Real Name:
Todd Arliss
Aliases:
Tiger Shark, The Shark
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hydra, The Serpent Society
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Aquatic adaptation, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Trident, Underwater breathing apparatus
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 2"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde
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Sub-Mariner #5
Marvel
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1968
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance and origin of Tiger Shark
1st appearance of Diane Arliss, the wife of Stingray
1st appearance of Doctor Dorcas
Key Facts
1st appearance and origin of Tiger Shark
1st appearance of Diane Arliss, the wife of Stingray
1st appearance of Doctor Dorcas
Sub-Mariner #6
Marvel
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1968
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
2nd appearance of Tiger Shark
Avengers, The #222
Marvel
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1982
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
New Masters of Evil roster led by Egghead: Moonstone, Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Whirlwind
Key Facts
New Masters of Evil roster led by Egghead: Moonstone, Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Whirlwind
Avengers #9
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 8
Key Facts
Death of Stingray
1st team appearance of Namor's Defenders of the Deep: Tiger Shark, King Crab, Orka, Andromeda, Bloodtide, Manowar, Piranhas, Echidna
Key Facts
Death of Stingray
1st team appearance of Namor's Defenders of the Deep: Tiger Shark, King Crab, Orka, Andromeda, Bloodtide, Manowar, Piranhas, Echidna
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