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Magar the Mystic
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Creation & Design

Magar the Mystic was created during the Golden Age of Comics, designed to embody the archetype of the wise sorcerer who battles dark forces.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a hero fighting against supernatural threats, Magar quickly became a staple character in the Mystic Comics universe.

Character Development

Over the decades, Magar has evolved from a straightforward hero to a complex character grappling with the consequences of his magical actions and the responsibilities of power.

Cultural Reception

Magar the Mystic has been well-received, often praised for his depth and the rich lore surrounding his character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Magar
First Appearance:
Red Raven Comics #1
Aliases:
The Mystic, Sorcerer of the East
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Order of the Mystic, The Guardians of the Realm
Abilities:
Magic Manipulation, Telepathy, Illusion Casting
Equipment:
Mystic Staff, Spellbook, Amulet of Power
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
white

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Red Raven Comics #1
Timely ⋅ 1940
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Red Raven Comics #1
 
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Key Facts

Debut artwork by Jack Kirby at Timely (Marvel) Comics

1st appearance and origin of the Red Raven and the Eternal Brain

1st appearance of Mercury, later becomes Hurricane then retconned to be Makkari from Kirby’s ‘Eternals’

1st appearance of Pluto who is later retconned to become Kro from Kirby's 'Eternals'

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1st appearance of Magar the Mystic

This issue is the first appearance of a number of classical mythology characters but later appearances do not connect with these versions therefore they are not considered the mainstream Marvel depictions of the Olympians

1st appearance of Mercury (Hermes), Pluto (Hades), Jupiter (Zeus), Minerva (Athena), Vulcan (Hephaestus), Aeolus, Diana (Artemis), Apollo

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