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Creation & Design

Blob was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, first appearing in X-Men #3. He was designed as a formidable foe for the X-Men, showcasing the theme of mutant versus mutant.

Early Years

Blob initially appeared as a member of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, often clashing with the X-Men. His character was developed to represent the struggles of mutants in a world that fears and hates them.

Character Development

Over the years, Blob has evolved from a simple villain to a more complex character, often grappling with his identity as a mutant and his place in the world. His interactions with other characters have added depth to his persona, making him a recurring figure in various X-Men storylines.

Cultural Reception

Blob has been received as a classic villain in the Marvel Universe, often noted for his unique abilities and physicality. His character has been both criticized and praised for its representation of body diversity in comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Frederick J. Dukes
First Appearance:
Uncanny X-Men #3
Aliases:
The Blob
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, X-Men
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Superhuman durability, Ability to increase body mass
Weight:
400lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
bald

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Uncanny X-Men #3
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Uncanny X-Men #3
 
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1st appearance of the Blob, an invulnerable mutant

Uncanny X-Men #7
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Uncanny X-Men #7
 
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2nd appearance of the Blob

1st appearance of Cerebro, a machine that amplifies Xavier's abilities

Uncanny X-Men #20
Marvel ⋅ 1966
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Uncanny X-Men #20
 
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3rd appearance of the Blob

Origin of how Professor X lost the use of his legs

Uncanny X-Men #141
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Uncanny X-Men #141
 
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"Days of Future Past" part 1

1st team appearance of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants: Mystique, Destiny, Pyro, Avalanche and Blob

1st appearance of Destiny

1st appearance of Avalanche

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1st appearance of Pyro

1st appearance of Rachel Summers, daughter of Scott and Jean

Uncanny X-Men #199
Marvel ⋅ 1985
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Uncanny X-Men #199
 
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1st appearance of Rachel Summers as the second Phoenix

The Brotherhood of Evil Mutants becomes the Freedom Force: Mystique, Blob, Destiny, Spiral, Avalanche and Pyro

Uncanny X-Force #12
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Uncanny X-Force #12
 
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1st team appearance of The Black Legion: Grimm Chamber, Orange Hulk, Zombie Sentry, Iron Ghost, Beta Red, Manphibian, Demon-Ock and White Cloak

Uncanny X-Men #3
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Uncanny X-Men #3
 
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1st team appearance of Nate Grey's Horsemen of Salvation: Magneto (Peace), Blob (Bounty), Omega Red (Wellness) and Angel (Life)

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