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Baron Mordo
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Creation & Design

Baron Mordo was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko as a foil to Doctor Strange, embodying the archetype of the villainous sorcerer.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a student of the Ancient One, Mordo's jealousy and ambition led him to become one of Doctor Strange's primary adversaries.

Character Development

Over the years, Baron Mordo has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with his own motivations and moral dilemmas, often questioning the nature of power and responsibility.

Cultural Reception

Baron Mordo has been well-received as a classic villain in the Marvel Universe, often praised for his depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Karl Mordo
First Appearance:
Strange Tales #111
Aliases:
Mordo
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Dark Dimension, The Order of the Sorcerers
Abilities:
Magic, Sorcery, Telepathy, Telekinesis
Equipment:
Mystical artifacts, Magic spells
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Strange Tales #111
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Strange Tales #111
 
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2nd appearance of Doctor Strange

1st appearance of Baron Mordo, an evil apprentice of the Ancient One

1st appearance of Asbestos Man

Strange Tales #114
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Strange Tales #114
 
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3rd appearance of Doctor Strange

2nd appearance of Baron Mordo

1st appearance of Victoria Bentley, a gifted Mystic

1st unofficial appearance of Captain America in the Silver Age, the villain Acrobat disguised as Captain America

Strange Tales #115
Marvel ⋅ 1963
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Strange Tales #115
 
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Origin of Doctor Strange, specifically the car accident that damaged his hands

Origin of Baron Mordo

2nd appearance of the Sandman

First mention of Dormammu

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First mention of the Vishanti: Agamotto, Hoggoth, Oshtur

Strange Tales #121
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Strange Tales #121
 
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1st cover appearance of Baron Mordo

Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme #6
Marvel ⋅ 1989
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Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme #6
 
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1st appearance of Mephista, daughter of Mephisto, later renamed Jezebel

1st appearance of Sara Krolwer, the mother of Baron Mordo

Origin of Baron Mordo

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