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Creation & Design

Emplate was created by writer Scott Lobdell and artist Chris Bachalo, first appearing in the mid-1990s as a villain in the Generation X series, designed to embody the darker aspects of mutant powers.

Early Years

Marius St. Croix was born into a wealthy family in New Orleans, but his mutant powers manifested in a way that led to his isolation and eventual transformation into Emplate, a being who feeds on the life force of others.

Character Development

Over the years, Emplate has evolved from a mere villain to a more complex character, often reflecting the struggles of mutants in a world that fears them, and his interactions with other characters have added depth to his motivations.

Cultural Reception

Emplate has received mixed reviews, with some fans appreciating his unique powers and backstory, while others view him as a less compelling villain compared to others in the X-Men universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Marius St. Croix
First Appearance:
Generation X #1
Aliases:
Emplate, Marius
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hellions, Marauders
Abilities:
Telepathy, Telekinesis, Energy Absorption
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Generation X #1
Marvel ⋅ 1994
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Generation X #1
 
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1st appearance of Chamber

1st appearance of Emplate, Marius St. Croix, a psychic vampire

1st cameo appearance of Penance, later revealed to be the real Monet St. Croix

Chromium wraparound cover

Generation X #40
Marvel ⋅ 1998
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Generation X #40
 
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1st appearance and origin of the real Monet St. Croix

Origin of Claudette and Nicole St. Croix

Origin of Emplate

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