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Creation & Design

Marv was created by Frank Miller as a part of the Sin City series, designed to embody the gritty, noir aesthetic of the comics.

Early Years

Marv's backstory reveals a troubled past, marked by violence and a search for redemption, which is central to his character arc.

Character Development

Throughout the series, Marv evolves from a brute seeking revenge to a more complex character grappling with morality and justice.

Cultural Reception

Marv has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his depth and the moral ambiguity he represents.

Character Details

Real Name:
Marv
First Appearance:
Dark Horse Presents: Fifth Anniversary Special
Aliases:
The Man, The Beast
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Old Town Girls, The Police
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Combat skills, Resilience
Equipment:
Various weapons, Body armor
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Dark Horse Presents: Fifth Anniversary Special
Dark Horse ⋅ 1991
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Dark Horse Presents: Fifth Anniversary Special
 
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Sin City stories begin

1st appearance of Marv

Dark Horse Presents #62
Dark Horse ⋅ 1992
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Dark Horse Presents #62
 
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Death of Marv from Sin City, execution by electrocution

Harbinger #8
Valiant ⋅ 1992
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Harbinger #8
 
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Cover appearance of Sin City's Marv

Sin City: A Dame To Kill For #1
Dark Horse ⋅ 1993
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Sin City: A Dame To Kill For #1
 
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First Sin City limited series

1st appearance of Dwight McCarthy, Manute and Agamemnon

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