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Creation & Design

Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, Magneto was designed as a foil to Professor X, representing the struggle between mutant rights and human oppression.

Early Years

Magneto's early years were marked by trauma during the Holocaust, which shaped his worldview and his belief in mutant superiority.

Character Development

Over the years, Magneto has evolved from a villain to a more complex character, often portrayed with sympathetic motivations and a tragic backstory.

Cultural Reception

Magneto is widely regarded as one of Marvel's greatest villains, often praised for his depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Charles Lehnsherr
First Appearance:
X-Men: Alpha #1
Aliases:
Magneto, Erik Lensherr
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, X-Men, Acolytes
Abilities:
Magnetism manipulation, Flight, Energy manipulation
Equipment:
Magneto's helmet, Magnetic field generators
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
gray
Hair Color:
white

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X-Men: Alpha #1
Marvel ⋅ 1995
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X-Men: Alpha #1
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of the Dark Beast

1st appearance of Holocaust aka Nemesis

1st appearance of Abyss, a Horseman of Apocalypse

1st appearance of Morph in his featureless form, from the Age of Apocalypse reality

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1st appearance of Charles Lehnsherr, the child of Magneto and Rogue

📖 Reading Order: Age of Apocalypse begins

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