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Creation & Design

Cosmic Carnage was created as an evolution of the character Carnage, who was originally introduced as a formidable foe for Spider-Man and Venom. The character was designed to embody chaos and destruction, reflecting the darker aspects of the Marvel Universe.

Early Years

Initially appearing as Carnage, Cletus Kasady was a psychopathic killer who bonded with an alien symbiote. His transformation into Cosmic Carnage occurred when he gained cosmic powers, amplifying his abilities and making him a significant threat to the universe.

Character Development

Over the years, Cosmic Carnage has evolved from a simple villain into a complex character with a rich backstory. His cosmic powers have added depth to his character, allowing for new storylines and interactions with other heroes and villains.

Cultural Reception

Cosmic Carnage has received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising the character's complexity and the dark themes explored in his stories.

Character Details

Real Name:
Cletus Kasady
First Appearance:
Amazing Spider-Man #430
Aliases:
Carnage, Cosmic Carnage
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Sinister Six, Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Shape-shifting, Telepathy
Weight:
190lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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Amazing Spider-Man #430
Marvel ⋅ 1998
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Amazing Spider-Man #430
 
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1st appearance of Carnage Cosmic, the Carnage symbiote bonds with Silver Surfer

Amazing Spider-Man #431
Marvel ⋅ 1998
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1st cover and 2nd appearance of Carnage Cosmic

What If...? #108
Marvel ⋅ 1998
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What If...? #108
 
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3rd appearance of Cosmic Carnage

Carnage: Black, White and Blood #1
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Carnage: Black, White and Blood #1
 
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Variant cover art by Kael Ngu, limited to 500 copies

WonderCon @Home 2021 exclusive

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