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Creation & Design

Harry Osborn was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #31 in 1965 as Peter Parker's best friend and the son of Norman Osborn.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a supporting character, Harry's character evolved into the Green Goblin II after the death of his father, Norman Osborn, leading him to take on the mantle of the Green Goblin.

Character Development

Over the years, Harry Osborn has evolved from a supporting character to a complex antagonist, grappling with his father's legacy and his own moral dilemmas, ultimately becoming a tragic figure in the Spider-Man mythos.

Cultural Reception

Harry Osborn as Green Goblin II has been well-received, often praised for the depth of his character and the emotional weight of his storylines.

Character Details

Real Name:
Harry Osborn
First Appearance:
Amazing Spider-Man #31
Aliases:
Green Goblin, The Goblin
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Osborn Industries, Sinister Six
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Goblin Glider
Equipment:
Pumpkin bombs, Goblin serum
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde

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Amazing Spider-Man #31
Marvel ⋅ 1965
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Amazing Spider-Man #31
 
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1st appearance of Gwen Stacy

1st appearance of Harry Osborn

1st appearance of Miles Warren, later becomes the Jackal

First time Doctor Octopus is referred to as the Master Planner

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First use of the word 'Thwip' when activating Spider-Man's web-shooters

Amazing Spider-Man #34
Marvel ⋅ 1966
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Amazing Spider-Man #34
 
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2nd appearance of Gwen Stacy

2nd appearance of Harry Osborne

Amazing Spider-Man #96
Marvel ⋅ 1971
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Amazing Spider-Man #96
 
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Published without approval from the Comics Code Authority due to a sub-plot about drug use

The depiction of drugs in a negative light was well-received by readers which led to the Comics Code Authority easing-up on creative restrictions

Amazing Spider-Man #97
Marvel ⋅ 1971
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Amazing Spider-Man #97
 
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Drug addiction plot

Amazing Spider-Man #98
Marvel ⋅ 1971
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Amazing Spider-Man #98
 
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Drug addiction plot

Amazing Spider-Man #136
Marvel ⋅ 1974
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Amazing Spider-Man #136
 
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1st appearance of Harry Osborn as the Green Goblin

Amazing Spider-Man #137
Marvel ⋅ 1974
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Amazing Spider-Man #137
 
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2nd appearance of Harry Osborn as the Green Goblin

Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #200
Marvel ⋅ 1993
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Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #200
 
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Death of Green Goblin, Harry Osborn

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