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Creation & Design

Matador was created by writer Steve Gerber and artist Frank Miller, debuting in the 1970s as a villain for Daredevil, drawing on themes of bullfighting and Spanish culture.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a foe for Daredevil, Matador's character was developed to explore themes of honor and rivalry, often clashing with superheroes in various story arcs.

Character Development

Over the years, Matador has evolved from a simple villain to a more complex character, often grappling with his identity and motivations, leading to occasional alliances with heroes.

Cultural Reception

Matador has received mixed reviews, often seen as a stereotypical villain but also appreciated for his unique background and abilities.

Character Details

Real Name:
Manuel E. de la Vega
First Appearance:
Daredevil #5
Aliases:
El Matador, The Bullfighter
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Hand, The Sinister Six
Abilities:
Expert bullfighter, Acrobatics, Hand-to-hand combat
Equipment:
Bullfighting cape, Sword
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Daredevil #5
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Daredevil #5
 
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Key Facts

Redesign of Daredevil's chest emblem

1st appearance of the Matador

Daredevil King-Size Special #1
Marvel ⋅ 1967
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Daredevil King-Size Special #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Emissaries of Evil: Electro, Gladiator, Leap-Frog, Matador, Stilt-Man

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