Deadpool

Creation & Design

Deadpool was created by writer Fabian Nicieza and artist Rob Liefeld, first appearing as a villain in 'The New Mutants' before becoming a popular anti-hero.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a mercenary and assassin, Deadpool's character evolved to include humor and self-awareness, breaking the fourth wall.

Character Development

Over the years, Deadpool has transformed from a villain to an anti-hero, gaining a massive fanbase due to his humor, unique personality, and complex character arcs.

Cultural Reception

Deadpool has received critical acclaim for his unique storytelling and humor, becoming a cultural icon in the comic book world.

Character Details

Real Name:
Wade Wilson
Aliases:
The Merc with a Mouth, Deadpool
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
X-Force, Avengers, Deadpool Corps
Abilities:
Regenerative healing factor, Expert marksman, Master martial artist, Enhanced agility
Equipment:
Katanas, Firearms, Explosives
Weight:
210lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black
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Marvel ⋅ 1991

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1st appearance of Deadpool, a subject of the Weapon X program

1st appearance of Copycat, impersonating Domino

1st appearance of Gideon, a member of The Externals

Marvel ⋅ 1991

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3rd appearance of Warpath

1st cameo appearance of Tyler Dayspring, the son of Stryfe

1st appearance of G.W. Bridge, a former teammate of Cable's

Unofficial appearance of Deadpool, a character bio

First comic to be sold polybagged with a trading card

Marvel ⋅ 1991

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2nd appearance of Deadpool

1st appearance of Weapon X, Garrison Kane

Marvel ⋅ 1991

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3rd appearance of Deadpool

International ⋅ Semic ⋅ 1991

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French reprint of New Mutants #98 (1991)

First reprint of Deadpool's first appearance

Marvel ⋅ 1992

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Classic battle Cable vs Deadpool

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Promotional giveaway distributed by Toys R' Us

First battle of Deadpool and the X-Men

⚠️ Buyer Beware: Wolverine and Deadpool do not interact or fight in this issue (TAP COVER TO VIEW INTERIOR PAGES) - dialogue in Wolverine #88 confirms that issue is their first meeting

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First solo limited series featuring Deadpool

1st appearance of Slayback

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First meeting and battle of Daredevil and Deadpool

Marvel ⋅ 1994

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1st appearance Dr. Killebrew, a scientist who is largely credited for Wade Wilson becoming Deadpool

Marvel ⋅ 1994

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First battle of Wolverine vs Deadpool

Newsstand ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 1994

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First battle of Wolverine vs Deadpool

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Marvel ⋅ 1996

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First reprint of New Mutants #98, the first appearance of Deadpool

Reprint of New Mutants #99 and #100

Copies ordered by retailers: 13,764

Marvel ⋅ 1997

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First ongoing Deadpool title series

Deadpool begins to take shape as a comedic character under the direction of writer Joe Kelly

1st appearance of Blind Al

1st appearance of Cannon Fodder

Marvel ⋅ 1997

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Classic battle of Deadpool vs the Hulk

Marvel ⋅ 1997

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Origin of Deadpool, revealed he qualified for Weapon X due to a terminal cancer diagnosis

Marvel ⋅ 1997

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Parody cover of Amazing Fantasy #15

Marvel ⋅ 1998

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1st appearance of Ajax

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Origin of Deadpool

Origin of Ajax

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"Encyclopaedia Deadpoolica"

Marvel ⋅ 1998

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Premiere series of Deadpool Team-Ups

Deadpool and Widdle Wade

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One-shot

Copies ordered by retailers: 17,461

Marvel ⋅ 1999

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1st appearance of Mercedes Wilson, the wife of Deadpool

Marvel ⋅ 2000

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First meeting of Deadpool and Loki

Marvel ⋅ 2000

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Cover art inspired by G.I. Joe #21 ‘Silent Issue’

Marvel ⋅ 2000

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Part one of a two-issue Deadpool guest appearance

1st team appearance of Scourge: Pigskin, Vance Rebus, Deadeye Dick, Mega Max, Reckless Eric and Minimax

1st appearance of Geronimo Crowe, the Administrator, Cargo, Hardwire and Shooter

Marvel ⋅ 2000

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First crossover between Deadpool and Erik Killmonger as the Black Panther

"Cat Trap" part one continues in Black Panther #23

Marvel ⋅ 2000

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Conclusion of a two-issue Deadpool guest appearance

Cover art inspired by The Incredible Hulk #340

Marvel ⋅ 2000

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Continuation crossover of Deadpool and Erik Killmonger as the Black Panther

"Cat Trap" part two continues from Deadpool #44

1st appearance of Nakia as Malice on final panel

Marvel ⋅ 2001

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1st appearance of Kid Deadpool aka Pool Boy

1st team appearance of the Switchblade

Marvel ⋅ 2001

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First meeting and battle of Punisher vs Deadpool

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Battle of the Punisher vs Deadpool

Marvel ⋅ 2002

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First meeting of Deadpool and Dazzler

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Premiere issue of ongoing series

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First meeting of Spider-Man and Deadpool

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Deadpool arrives in the DC Universe looking even more like Deathstroke than he did before and each time he tries to introduce himself, Slade renders him silent with an ultra-violent act

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1st appearance of Venompool, a symbiote bonded with Deadpool

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First meeting of Daken and Deadpool

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First battle of Daken versus Deadpool

Partial reprint of New Mutants #98, the first appearance of Deadpool

Marvel ⋅ 2008

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Premiere issue

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'Head Trip' part 1

Cover appearance of Zombie head is an homage to Savage Tales #1 (1971)

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Cover art by Arthur Suydam

Cover art inspired by the film 'Jaws'

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36 posters featuring Deadpool by various artists

Cover art by Ed McGuiness

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Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness

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Variant second printing cover art by Ian Churchill, interior splash page

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1st appearance of Lady Stilt-Man

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First meeting of Deadpool and Ghost Riders, Johnny Blaze and Danny Ketch

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1st appearance of Lady Deadpool

1st appearance of Cowboy Deadpool

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1st cover team appearance of the Deadpool Corps

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