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Creation & Design

Caliban was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum, first appearing in the early 1970s as a member of the Morlocks, a group of outcast mutants living underground.

Early Years

Initially portrayed as a timid and shy mutant, Caliban's character evolved over time, showcasing his struggles with identity and acceptance among both humans and mutants.

Character Development

Over the years, Caliban has transitioned from a background character to a more prominent figure within the X-Men universe, grappling with his identity and the societal implications of being a mutant.

Cultural Reception

Caliban has been received as a complex character, often representing the struggles of marginalized groups within society.

Character Details

Real Name:
Caliban
First Appearance:
Uncanny X-Men #148
Aliases:
The Beast of the Apocalypse, Mutant
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
X-Men, Morlocks
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced senses, Telepathy
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
yellow
Hair Color:
bald

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Uncanny X-Men #148
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Uncanny X-Men #148
 
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1st appearance of Caliban, a mutant with the ability to track other mutants

Angel quits the X-Men

Uncanny X-Men #493
Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Uncanny X-Men #493
 
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1st team appearance of new X-Force roster: Wolverine, X-23, Warpath, Caliban, Hepzibah, Wolfsbane

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