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Creation & Design

The Destroyer was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, first appearing in the mid-1960s as part of the Inhumans storyline.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a powerful weapon created by the Inhumans, the Destroyer has been involved in various conflicts with heroes and villains alike.

Character Development

Over the years, the Destroyer has evolved from a mere weapon to a complex character with deep ties to the Inhuman royal family and the broader Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

The Destroyer has been well-received, often praised for its unique design and role within the Inhuman narrative.

Character Details

Real Name:
Karnak
First Appearance:
Journey Into Mystery #118
Aliases:
The Destroyer, Karnak the Inhuman
Species:
Inhuman
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Inhumans, Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Durability, Energy manipulation
Equipment:
Destroyer Armor
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Journey Into Mystery #118
Marvel ⋅ 1965
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Journey Into Mystery #118
 
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1st appearance and cover of the Destroyer, a suit of armor forged by Odin and animated by magic to act as a protector

Later, Thor frees Firelord from Galactus by giving him the Destroyer armor to act as his Herald

Journey Into Mystery #119
Marvel ⋅ 1965
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Journey Into Mystery #119
 
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1st team appearance of The Warriors Three: Volstagg, Fandral and Hogun

2nd appearance of the Destroyer

Iron Man #64
Marvel ⋅ 2003
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Iron Man #64
 
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Debut of Iron Man's 'Thorbuster' armor, a hybrid of Iron Man technology and the Asgardian Destroyer armor

Iron Man #509
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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Iron Man #509
 
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Debut of Iron Man's Iron Destroyer armor

Asgardians of the Galaxy #1
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Asgardians of the Galaxy #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Asgardians of the Galaxy: Angela, Valkyrie, Throg, the Destroyer, Skurge the Executioner, and Thunderstrike, Kevin Masterson, son of the original Thunderstrike

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