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Brute (Atlas)
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Creation & Design

Brute Atlas was created as a response to the growing demand for powerful heroes in the comic book industry, embodying the archetype of the unstoppable force.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain, Atlas quickly gained popularity and was reimagined as a hero, leading to his own series.

Character Development

Over the years, Atlas has evolved from a brute force character to a complex hero, grappling with his identity and responsibilities.

Cultural Reception

Brute Atlas has received mixed reviews, with some praising his depth while others criticize the reliance on typical superhero tropes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Atlas
Aliases:
Brute, The Titan
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Guardians, The League of Heroes
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced durability, Flight
Equipment:
Titan Armor, Energy Gauntlets
Weight:
300lbs
Height:
7' 6"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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Brute #1

Atlas (Paramount) ⋅ 1975

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Brute #1
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance and origin of Brute, a Neanderthal thawed from ice in the modern day

Former owner of Marvel Comics, Martin Goodman, wanted to get back into publishing and established Atlas Comics with characters like The Brute to replicate the success Marvel had with the Hulk

Veteran artist Mike Sekowsky did not respect the unoriginality of Atlas's creative direction and expressed his feelings on the page with the word 'SHIT' vaguely hidden in the letters/numbers 5H17 on the side of an airplane

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