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Creation & Design

Maelstrom was created by writer Jim Shooter and artist George Pérez, first appearing in The Avengers #211. He was designed as a powerful antagonist with the ability to manipulate energy.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a foe of the Avengers, Maelstrom's character was developed further through various encounters with superheroes, showcasing his abilities and motivations.

Character Development

Over the years, Maelstrom has evolved from a simple villain to a more complex character with motivations tied to cosmic balance and evolution, often reflecting themes of power and responsibility.

Cultural Reception

Maelstrom has received mixed reviews, often seen as a powerful but somewhat underutilized character in the Marvel Universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Maelstrom
Aliases:
The Living Energy, Energy Being
Species:
Energy Being
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The High Evolutionary, The New Men
Abilities:
Energy Manipulation, Telepathy, Superhuman Strength
Equipment:
Energy Constructs
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Red
Hair Color:
N/A

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Marvel Two-In-One #71

Marvel ⋅ 1981

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1st cameo appearance of Deathurge

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