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Creation & Design

Black Winter was created by writer Donny Cates and artist Nic Klein, first appearing in Thor #4. The character serves as a cosmic entity that embodies the end of worlds.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a threat to Thor and the universe, Black Winter's backstory is tied to the destruction of universes and its connection to Galactus.

Character Development

Black Winter's character evolves from a mere cosmic threat to a more complex entity that interacts with other cosmic beings, revealing deeper layers of the Marvel Universe's mythology.

Cultural Reception

Black Winter has been well-received for its unique design and the depth it adds to the cosmic lore of Marvel Comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
N/A
First Appearance:
Thor #169
Aliases:
The Black Winter
Species:
Cosmic Entity
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Galactus
Abilities:
Cosmic Manipulation, Reality Warping, Energy Projection
Equipment:
N/A
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A

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Thor #169
Marvel ⋅ 1969
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Thor #169
 
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Origin of Galactus, specifically when he was Galan of Ta, prior to him becoming Galactus

First mention of the Creeping Plague which would later be developed further as the Black Winter

Silver Surfer: Black #4
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Silver Surfer: Black #4
 
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Origin of Galactus

Unofficial cameo appearance of the Black Winter (see image - the artist interpretation of the Black Winter may have appeared here and inspired later design)

Thor #4
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Thor #4
 
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1st cameo appearance of the Black Winter

Introduction of Fortnite into the Marvel Universe

Thor #5
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Thor #5
 
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1st full appearance of The Black Winter, a cosmic entity that devours universes including the previous iteration of the Marvel Universe that led to the creation of Galactus

The Black Winter relates to a developing plot that was introduced by Jack Kirby in Thor #169

Thor #6
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Variant cover art by Greg Horn, greghornart.com exclusive

Cover art inspired by Thor #155, Thor versus Mangog

Thor #6
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Variant virgin cover art by Skan

Thor #5
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Variant third printing cover art by Nic Klein

Thor #6
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Non-Key Issue. No additional information is available.

Thor #6
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Variant cover art by Kyle Hotz

Cover art inspired by Silver Surfer #4 (1969)

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