Cosmic Ghost Rider
Creation & Design
Cosmic Ghost Rider was created by writer Donny Cates and artist Geoff Shaw, first appearing in 'Thanos' #13. The character is a unique blend of the Ghost Rider mythos and cosmic elements of the Marvel Universe.Early Years
Originally, Frank Castle was the Punisher, a vigilante who fought crime with lethal force. After a series of events involving Thanos and the cosmic powers, he became the Cosmic Ghost Rider, gaining new abilities and responsibilities.Character Development
Throughout his journey, Cosmic Ghost Rider evolves from a harbinger of vengeance to a more complex character who grapples with his past and seeks redemption while navigating the cosmic landscape.Cultural Reception
Cosmic Ghost Rider has received positive reviews for his unique blend of humor, tragedy, and cosmic adventure, appealing to both new and longtime fans.Character Details
Real Name:
Frank Castle
Aliases:
Ghost Rider, Cosmic Rider
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Cosmic powers, Hellfire manipulation
Equipment:
Cosmic motorcycle, Hellfire weapons
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
white
Hair Color:
black
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What If...? #25
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 2
Includes a one-page story titled 'What if the Punisher were a Herald of Galactus' which has Frank riding a space motorcycle with two massive guns he used to destroy a planet, reminiscent of Cosmic Ghost Rider
Includes a one-page story titled 'What if the Punisher were a Herald of Galactus' which has Frank riding a space motorcycle with two massive guns he used to destroy a planet, reminiscent of Cosmic Ghost Rider
Marvel Knights: Millennial Visions #1
Marvel
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2002
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Vol. 1
Cover appearance of a Punisher/Ghost Rider character, reminiscent of Cosmic Ghost Rider
Cover appearance of a Punisher/Ghost Rider character, reminiscent of Cosmic Ghost Rider
Thanos #13
Marvel
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2017
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Vol. 2
1st appearance of Cosmic Ghost Rider, who was once the Punisher until he became a Herald of Galactus
1st appearance of King Thanos
1st appearance of Cosmic Ghost Rider, who was once the Punisher until he became a Herald of Galactus
1st appearance of King Thanos
Thanos #14
Marvel
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2017
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Vol. 2
2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Cosmic Ghost Rider
Thanos #15
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 2
Cosmic Ghost Rider revealed to be Frank Castle in the far future
1st cameo appearance of Silver Surfer as the Fallen One
Cosmic Ghost Rider revealed to be Frank Castle in the far future
1st cameo appearance of Silver Surfer as the Fallen One
Second printing
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Thanos #16
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 2
Origin of Cosmic Ghost Rider
1st full appearance of the Silver Surfer as The Fallen One aka Silver Surfer Black
Origin of Cosmic Ghost Rider
1st full appearance of the Silver Surfer as The Fallen One aka Silver Surfer Black
Variant third printing cover art by Geoff Shaw
Second printing
Cosmic Ghost Rider #1
Marvel
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2018
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Vol. 1
Premiere issue of Cosmic Ghost Rider, Frank Castle, introduced in Thanos #13
1st appearance of Baby Thanos
Premiere issue of Cosmic Ghost Rider, Frank Castle, introduced in Thanos #13
1st appearance of Baby Thanos
Variant second printing cover art by Geoff Shaw
Glow-in-the-dark cover art by J. Scott Campbell
San Diego Comic Con 2018 exclusive
Glow-in-the-dark cover art by J. Scott Campbell
San Diego Comic Con 2018 exclusive
Guardians of the Galaxy #1
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 5
1st appearance of the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Star-Lord, Cosmic Ghost Rider, Phyla-Vell, Moondragon, Beta Ray Bill and Groot
1st appearance of the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Star-Lord, Cosmic Ghost Rider, Phyla-Vell, Moondragon, Beta Ray Bill and Groot
Variant cover art by Matteo Scalera featuring Cosmic Ghost Rider
Revenge of the Cosmic Ghost Rider #1
Marvel
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2019
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Vol. 1
1st appearance and origin of Cosmic King
Variant cover art by Gerard Zaffino
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