Wonder Man
Creation & Design
Wonder Man was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist John Buscema, first appearing in the 1964 comic 'Avengers #9'. He was designed as a villain for the Avengers but later evolved into a hero.Early Years
Initially introduced as an adversary to the Avengers, Wonder Man's character underwent significant development, leading to his eventual redemption and membership in the superhero team.Character Development
Over the years, Wonder Man has transitioned from a villain to a hero, grappling with his identity and purpose. His character has been explored through various story arcs, showcasing his struggles and growth as a member of the Avengers.Cultural Reception
Wonder Man has received a mixed reception over the years, with some fans appreciating his complex character arc while others view him as a secondary character in the Marvel Universe.Character Details
Real Name:
Simon Williams
Aliases:
Wonder Man, The Ionic Avenger
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, West Coast Avengers, Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black
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Avengers, The #9
Marvel
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1964
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance and death of Wonder Man, later resurrected
[June 2022 - official series announced featuring Wonder Man for Disney+ with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II cast as Simon Williams]
Key Facts
1st appearance and death of Wonder Man, later resurrected
[June 2022 - official series announced featuring Wonder Man for Disney+ with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II cast as Simon Williams]
Avengers, The #11
Marvel
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1964
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
First meeting of Spider-Man and the Avengers: Captain America, Thor, Giant-Man, Wasp
2nd appearance of Kang the Conqueror
2nd appearance of Wonder Man, in a one panel flashback to Avengers #9 but in an original illustration
Key Facts
First meeting of Spider-Man and the Avengers: Captain America, Thor, Giant-Man, Wasp
2nd appearance of Kang the Conqueror
2nd appearance of Wonder Man, in a one panel flashback to Avengers #9 but in an original illustration
Avengers, The #21
Marvel
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1965
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Power Man, Erik Josten, later becomes the third Goliath, the Smuggler and Atlas
3rd appearance of Wonder Man, a three panel flashback to Avengers #9 with new illustrations
Key Facts
1st appearance of Power Man, Erik Josten, later becomes the third Goliath, the Smuggler and Atlas
3rd appearance of Wonder Man, a three panel flashback to Avengers #9 with new illustrations
Avengers, The #52
Marvel
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1968
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Black Panther joins the Avengers - in Avengers #51, Captain America recommends Black Panther for membership but it is not official until this issue
1st appearance of the Grim Reaper, brother of Wonder Man
[February 2023 - rumored to appear in the Wonder Man Disney+ series with actor Demetrius Grosse to potentially be cast in the role]
Key Facts
Black Panther joins the Avengers - in Avengers #51, Captain America recommends Black Panther for membership but it is not official until this issue
1st appearance of the Grim Reaper, brother of Wonder Man
[February 2023 - rumored to appear in the Wonder Man Disney+ series with actor Demetrius Grosse to potentially be cast in the role]
Avengers, The #58
Marvel
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1968
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
2nd appearance and origin of Vision, revealed Wonder Man's brain patterns are preserved in Vision's mind
Vision joins The Avengers
First meeting of Black Panther and Thor, Iron Man
Iconic final page depicts Vision crying with the text '...even an android can cry!'
Key Facts
2nd appearance and origin of Vision, revealed Wonder Man's brain patterns are preserved in Vision's mind
Vision joins The Avengers
First meeting of Black Panther and Thor, Iron Man
Iconic final page depicts Vision crying with the text '...even an android can cry!'
Avengers, The #102
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
Wonder Man appears for the second time in an original story though he is comatose and not fully seen
Key Facts
Wonder Man appears for the second time in an original story though he is comatose and not fully seen
Avengers, The #131
Marvel
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1975
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
3rd appearance of Wonder Man, second appearance in an original story, not a flashback as in Avengers #58
1st team appearance of Legion of the Unliving: Frankenstein's Monster, Wonder Man, Human Torch, Baron Zemo, Midnight, The Ghost, Swordsman
Key Facts
3rd appearance of Wonder Man, second appearance in an original story, not a flashback as in Avengers #58
1st team appearance of Legion of the Unliving: Frankenstein's Monster, Wonder Man, Human Torch, Baron Zemo, Midnight, The Ghost, Swordsman
Avengers, The #158
Marvel
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1977
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance and origin of Graviton
Battle of Wonder Man vs Vision
Key Facts
1st appearance and origin of Graviton
Battle of Wonder Man vs Vision
Avengers, The #161
Marvel
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1977
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Debut of new Wonder Man costume
Avengers, The #166
Marvel
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1977
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Wonder Man joins the Avengers, symbolically, when Captain America lends him his shield
Key Facts
Wonder Man joins the Avengers, symbolically, when Captain America lends him his shield
Avengers, The #167
Marvel
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1978
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
First meeting of the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy
1st appearance of Carina Tivan, daughter of the Collector
Debut of Wonder Man without costume, in red coat
Key Facts
First meeting of the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy
1st appearance of Carina Tivan, daughter of the Collector
Debut of Wonder Man without costume, in red coat
Marvel Premiere #55
Marvel
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1980
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
First solo story featuring Wonder Man
Avengers, The #211
Marvel
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1981
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Tigra joins the Avengers
Wonder Man leaves the Avengers to pursue an acting career
Key Facts
Tigra joins the Avengers
Wonder Man leaves the Avengers to pursue an acting career
West Coast Avengers #1
Marvel
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1984
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st team appearance and origin of the West Coast Avengers: Hawkeye, Iron Man (Rhodes), Wonder Man, Mockingbird and Tigra
[June 2022 - a Wonder Man series could lead to a West Coast Avengers team]
Key Facts
1st team appearance and origin of the West Coast Avengers: Hawkeye, Iron Man (Rhodes), Wonder Man, Mockingbird and Tigra
[June 2022 - a Wonder Man series could lead to a West Coast Avengers team]
Wonder Man #1
Marvel
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1986
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
First solo titled issue featuring Wonder Man
Origin of Wonder Man retold
Key Facts
First solo titled issue featuring Wonder Man
Origin of Wonder Man retold
Wonder Man #1
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 2
Key Facts
First ongoing solo series featuring Wonder Man in Hollywood
1st appearance of Neal Saroyan, Wonder Man’s agent
[February 2025 - Ed Harris will portray Neal Saroyan in the Wonder Man series]
Key Facts
First ongoing solo series featuring Wonder Man in Hollywood
1st appearance of Neal Saroyan, Wonder Man’s agent
[February 2025 - Ed Harris will portray Neal Saroyan in the Wonder Man series]
Avengers Classic #9
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
First reprint of Avengers #9, first appearance of Wonder Man, in a standard U.S. comic
Key Facts
First reprint of Avengers #9, first appearance of Wonder Man, in a standard U.S. comic
New Avengers Annual #1
Marvel
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2011
•
Vol. 2
Key Facts
1st team appearance of the Revengers: Wonder Man, Devil-Slayer, Anti-Venom, D-Man, Goliath, Atlas, Century, Captain Ultra, Ethan Edwards
Key Facts
1st team appearance of the Revengers: Wonder Man, Devil-Slayer, Anti-Venom, D-Man, Goliath, Atlas, Century, Captain Ultra, Ethan Edwards
Key Facts
Second printing featuring Wonder Man
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