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Creation & Design

The Darkhold was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Gene Colan, first appearing in 'Tomb of Dracula' as a powerful tome of dark magic.

Early Years

Initially introduced in the horror genre, the Darkhold has been associated with various supernatural characters and storylines in the Marvel Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, the Darkhold has evolved from a simple horror element to a complex artifact that influences numerous characters and storylines, showcasing the darker aspects of magic in the Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

The Darkhold has been well-received as a significant element in Marvel's horror and supernatural narratives, often praised for its depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
The Darkhold
First Appearance:
Marvel Spotlight #3
Aliases:
Book of Sins, Darkhold: Pages from the Book of Sins
Species:
Book
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Doctor Strange, Ghost Rider, The Midnight Sons
Abilities:
Dark magic, Curses, Summoning
Equipment:
The Darkhold
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A

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Marvel Spotlight #3
Marvel ⋅ 1972
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Marvel Spotlight #3
 
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2nd appearance of Werewolf by Night

First mention of the Darkhold

Marvel Spotlight #4
Marvel ⋅ 1972
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Marvel Spotlight #4
 
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3rd appearance of Werewolf by Night

Introduction of the Darkhold

Marvel Chillers #1
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Marvel Chillers #1
 
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1st appearance of The Other, a manifestation of Chthon, an Elder God and writer of the Darkhold

1st appearance of Modred the Mystic

Avengers, The #185
Marvel ⋅ 1979
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Avengers, The #185
 
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Origin of Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch

First meeting of Modred- possessed by Chthon, and Wanda, where she encounters the Darkhold

Avengers, The #187
Marvel ⋅ 1979
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Avengers, The #187
 
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Origin of the Darkhold

Conan the Barbarian #245
Marvel ⋅ 1991
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Conan the Barbarian #245
 
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Origin of Varnae, the Lord of Vampires prior to Dracula, brought into existence by humans using the scrolls of Chthon that were later bound together to become the Darkhold

Origin of vampires in the Marvel Universe

Darkhold: Alpha #1
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Marvel ⋅ 2021
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Darkhold: Alpha #1
 
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1st team appearance of Darkhold Defiled

Avengers Annual #1
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Marvel ⋅ 2023
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Avengers Annual #1
 
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The Darkhold takes on the form of a young boy

Contest of Chaos finale

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