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Creation & Design

The Masters of Evil were created as a counterpoint to the Avengers, showcasing a group of villains who band together to challenge the heroes.

Early Years

Initially appearing in the 1960s, the Masters of Evil have undergone various iterations, with different members and leadership throughout their history.

Character Development

Over the years, the Masters of Evil have evolved from a simple villainous group to a complex organization with varying motivations, alliances, and character arcs.

Cultural Reception

The Masters of Evil have been well-received as a classic villain team, often praised for their diverse roster and engaging storylines.

Character Details

Real Name:
Various
First Appearance:
Avengers, The #6
Aliases:
M.O.E.
Species:
Human
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Hydra, The Enforcers, The Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Genius-level intellect, Mastery of various combat styles
Equipment:
Advanced weaponry, High-tech gadgets
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
varies
Hair Color:
varies

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Avengers, The #6
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Avengers, The #6
 
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1st full appearance of Baron Heinrich Zemo - on-sale the same week as Sgt. Fury #8

1st team appearance of the Masters of Evil: Nathan Garrett the Black Knight, Melter, Radioactive Man

Avengers, The #54
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Avengers, The #54
 
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1st cameo appearance of Ultron as the Crimson Cowl

New Masters of Evil roster led by Ultron: Whirlwind, Klaw, Melter, Radioactive Man

2nd appearance of Dane Whitman as The Black Knight

Avengers, The #222
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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Avengers, The #222
 
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New Masters of Evil roster led by Egghead: Moonstone, Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Whirlwind

Guardians of the Galaxy #28
Marvel ⋅ 1992
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Guardians of the Galaxy #28
 
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1st team appearance of the fifth roster of the Masters of Evil, led by Dr. Octopus

Incredible Hulk #449
Marvel ⋅ 1996
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Incredible Hulk #449
 
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1st team appearance of The Thunderbolts: Citizen V (formerly Baron Zemo), Atlas (formerly Goliath), Mach-1 (formerly Beetle), Songbird (formerly Screaming Mimi), Meteorite (formerly Moonstone II), Techno (formerly Fixer)

[February 2019 - 🚨 KEY COLLECTOR COMICS EXCLUSIVE - a Thunderbolts series is in development / SDCC 2022 - Thunderbolts confirmed]

Thunderbolts #3
Marvel ⋅ 1997
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Thunderbolts #3
 
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1st team appearance of Crimson Cowl's Masters of Evil: Crimson Cowl, Cyclone, Flying Tiger, Klaw, Man-Killer and Tiger Shark

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