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Creation & Design

Hydro-Man was created by writer Gerry Conway and artist Ross Andru, first appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #212. His character was designed to be a water-themed villain for Spider-Man, reflecting the era's trend of introducing elemental-themed characters.

Early Years

Morris Bench was a dockworker who gained his powers after an accident involving experimental equipment. He initially sought revenge against Spider-Man, who he blamed for his transformation into Hydro-Man.

Character Development

Over the years, Hydro-Man has evolved from a simple villain to a more complex character, often struggling with his identity and the consequences of his powers. His interactions with Spider-Man and other characters have added depth to his character, exploring themes of redemption and revenge.

Cultural Reception

Hydro-Man has received mixed reviews from fans and critics, often seen as a lesser-known villain compared to Spider-Man's rogues' gallery. However, his unique powers and design have made him memorable.

Character Details

Real Name:
Morris Bench
First Appearance:
Amazing Spider-Man #212
Aliases:
Hydro-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Sinister Six, Hydra
Abilities:
Hydrokinesis, Water Manipulation, Superhuman Strength
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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Amazing Spider-Man #212
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Amazing Spider-Man #212
 
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1st appearance and origin of Hydro-Man

Amazing Spider-Man #217
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Amazing Spider-Man #217
 
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Team-up of Sandman and Hydro-Man, they merge to become Mud-Thing

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