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Azazel
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Creation & Design

Azazel was created by writer Mike Carey and artist Chris Bachalo, first appearing in X-Men #511. He was introduced as a demonic mutant and the father of Nightcrawler.

Early Years

Azazel's early years are shrouded in mystery, but he is known to have been a member of a demonic race that existed in the Otherworld. His character was developed to explore themes of legacy and the nature of evil.

Character Development

Over the years, Azazel has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with ties to the X-Men's history, particularly through his relationship with Nightcrawler. His character has been used to explore themes of redemption and the nature of evil.

Cultural Reception

Azazel has received mixed reviews from fans and critics, with some appreciating his role in expanding the X-Men mythos, while others view him as a less compelling villain.

Character Details

Real Name:
Azazel
First Appearance:
Uncanny X-Men #428
Aliases:
The Demon, Father of Nightcrawler
Species:
Demon
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hellfire Club, Brotherhood of Evil Mutants
Abilities:
Teleportation, Telepathy, Superhuman Strength, Shapeshifting
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
black

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Uncanny X-Men #428
Marvel ⋅ 2003
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Uncanny X-Men #428
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Azazel, a mutant with demonic features

Origin of Nightcrawler

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