Matsu’o Tsurayaba

Creation & Design

Matsuo Tsurayaba was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist John Byrne, first appearing in the late 1970s as a formidable adversary to the X-Men, particularly Wolverine.

Early Years

Matsuo was introduced as a member of the Hand, a secretive organization of ninjas, and has been involved in various conflicts with superheroes, especially those connected to Wolverine.

Character Development

Over the years, Matsuo has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with his own motivations and alliances, often straddling the line between villain and anti-hero.

Cultural Reception

Matsuo Tsurayaba has been well-received as a character, particularly among fans of Wolverine and the X-Men, noted for his martial arts skills and complex relationships with other characters.

Character Details

Real Name:
Matsuo Tsurayaba
Aliases:
Matsu'o Tsurayaba, Matsu'o
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hellfire Club, The Hand
Abilities:
Skilled martial artist, Expert swordsman, Telepathic abilities
Equipment:
Katana, Ninja gear
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
black
Hair Color:
black

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Key Facts

1st appearance of Matsu'o Tsurayaba, a Japanese crimelord

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