Black Cat
Creation & Design
Black Cat was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Keith Pollard, first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #194. She was designed as a foil to Spider-Man, embodying both a romantic interest and a rival.Early Years
Initially introduced as a burglar with a complicated relationship with Spider-Man, Black Cat's character evolved over the years, showcasing her as both an anti-hero and a love interest.Character Development
Over the years, Black Cat has transitioned from a villain to an anti-heroine, often oscillating between her criminal past and her desire to do good, particularly in her interactions with Spider-Man.Cultural Reception
Black Cat has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her complexity and depth as a character.Character Details
Real Name:
Felicia Hardy
Aliases:
Black Cat, The Cat
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Sinister Six, The Avengers, Spider-Man
Abilities:
Enhanced agility, Expert acrobat, Master thief, Luck manipulation
Equipment:
Grappling hook, Cat-themed costume
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
white
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Amazing Spider-Man #194
Marvel
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1979
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Black Cat
Amazing Spider-Man #195
Marvel
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1979
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance and origin of Black Cat
Amazing Spider-Man #204
Marvel
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1980
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Vol. 1
3rd appearance of Black Cat
Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #87
Marvel
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1984
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Vol. 1
Spider-Man reveals his identity to Black Cat
Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #99
Marvel
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1985
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Spot
Black Cat gives Spider-Man a non-symbiote version of the black costume which he starts wearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #263
2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Spot
Black Cat gives Spider-Man a non-symbiote version of the black costume which he starts wearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #263
Felicia Hardy: The Black Cat #1
Marvel
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1994
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Vol. 1
First Black Cat limited series
Beavis and Butt-Head #10
Marvel
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1994
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Vol. 1
First battle of Black Cat and Silver Sable, one-page story that occurs in a comic book being read and commentated by Beavis & Butt-Head
First battle of Black Cat and Silver Sable, one-page story that occurs in a comic book being read and commentated by Beavis & Butt-Head
Heroes for Hire #13
Marvel
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2007
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Vol. 2
Cover art by Sana Takeda with allusions to a sub-genre of Japanese adult entertainment that focuses on tentacled alien aggressors
Characters on the cover include Misty Knight, Colleen Wing, Black Cat and Tarantula (Maria Vasquez)
Cover art by Sana Takeda with allusions to a sub-genre of Japanese adult entertainment that focuses on tentacled alien aggressors
Characters on the cover include Misty Knight, Colleen Wing, Black Cat and Tarantula (Maria Vasquez)
Marvel Divas #1
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
Cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Amazing Spider-Man #606
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring The Black Cat
Amazing Spider-Man #607
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring The Black Cat
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Women of Marvel #1
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 1
Cover art featuring Enchantress, Black Cat, Medusa, Satana
Copies ordered by retailers: 8,275
Cover art featuring Enchantress, Black Cat, Medusa, Satana
Copies ordered by retailers: 8,275
Ultimate Spider-Man #152
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 2
Cover art by J. Scott Campbell featuring Ultimate Black Cat
Variant cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Amazing Spider-Man #5
Marvel
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2014
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Vol. 3
2nd appearance of Silk and full cover appearance
1st appearance of Goblin King, Phil Urich, formerly Goblin Knight
📖 Spider-Verse Reading Order: read The Amazing Spider-Man #5, then Free Comic Book Day 2014 - Guardians of the Galaxy
2nd appearance of Silk and full cover appearance
1st appearance of Goblin King, Phil Urich, formerly Goblin Knight
📖 Spider-Verse Reading Order: read The Amazing Spider-Man #5, then Free Comic Book Day 2014 - Guardians of the Galaxy
Variant cover art by Kris Anka
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant virgin cover art by Artgerm featuring Black Cat
Exclusive issued by ComicXposure
Variant virgin cover art by Artgerm featuring Black Cat
Exclusive issued by ComicXposure
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Webstore exclusive
Variant cover art by Tyler Kirkham
Emerald City Comic Con 2018
Limited to 800 copies
Variant cover art by Tyler Kirkham
Emerald City Comic Con 2018
Limited to 800 copies
Variant cover art by Frank Cho
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Limited to 1,300 copies
Variant virgin cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Store exclusive
Limited to 1,000 copies
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Store exclusive
Limited to 1,000 copies
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew featuring the Black Cat
Black Cat #1
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 1
First ongoing series featuring Black Cat
Variant cover art by Peach Momoko
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Artwork pairs together with Superior Spider-Man #20 Campbell variant
Rupp's Comics exclusive
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Artwork pairs together with Superior Spider-Man #20 Campbell variant
Rupp's Comics exclusive
San Diego Comic Con 2019 exclusive signed by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by Jen Bartel
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Cover art inspired by the famous poster 'Le Chat Noir' which was created as an advertisement for Paris's first modern cabaret -Theophile Steinlen, 1896
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Cover art inspired by the famous poster 'Le Chat Noir' which was created as an advertisement for Paris's first modern cabaret -Theophile Steinlen, 1896
Variant cover art by David Nakayama
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by David Nakayama
Black Cat #11
Marvel
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2020
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Vol. 1
Debut of Black Cat's Iron Cat armor
Variant cover art by Skan featuring Black Cat in Full Metal Black Cat armor
Variant cover art by Skan featuring Black Cat in Full Metal Black Cat armor
Variant cover art by Carlos Pacheco
Variant cover art by Pepe Laraz
Design variant
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
Black Cat #3
Marvel
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2021
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Vol. 2
Non-Key
Debut of new Black Cat costume and powers after activating the Yggdrasil Staff, temporarily
King In Black tie-in
Debut of new Black Cat costume and powers after activating the Yggdrasil Staff, temporarily
King In Black tie-in
Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
Variant cover art by Ibraim Roberson
Variant cover art by Guile Sharp
Variant cover art by Sway
Variant cover art by Art Adams
Store exclusive, anniversary frame border
Variant cover art by Art Adams
Store exclusive, anniversary frame border
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