Externals

Creation & Design

The Externals were created as a group of immortal mutants who have existed throughout history, serving as a counterbalance to the forces of good and evil in the Marvel Universe.

Early Years

The Externals were introduced in the early 1990s as part of the X-Men franchise, primarily through the X-Force series.

Character Development

Over the years, the Externals have been portrayed as both antagonists and allies, reflecting the moral ambiguity of their existence and the impact of their choices on the mutant community.

Cultural Reception

The Externals received mixed reviews from fans and critics, with some appreciating their unique concept while others found them less compelling compared to other mutant characters.

Character Details

Real Name:
N/A
First Appearance:
X-Force #10
Aliases:
The Externals
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
X-Force, The Clan Akkaba
Abilities:
Immortality, Enhanced abilities
Equipment:
N/A
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A

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Marvel ⋅ 1992
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Key Facts

1st team appearance of the Externals, a group of immortals: Gideon, Saul (1st), Absalom (1st), Burke (1st), Nicodemus (1st)

Externals are reintroduced in Excalibur #11(2020) for X of Swords

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Key Facts

1st appearance of Crule, an External, sometimes spelled Krule

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