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Creation & Design

Moonstone was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist John Buscema, first appearing in The Avengers #123. She was designed as a foil to the Avengers and has undergone various transformations throughout her history.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain, Moonstone's character evolved over time, often switching allegiances and becoming a member of various villainous teams.

Character Development

Over the years, Moonstone has transitioned from a villain to an anti-hero, often struggling with her identity and the consequences of her actions. Her complex character arc has made her a compelling figure in the Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

Moonstone has received mixed to positive reviews from fans and critics, often praised for her depth and complexity as a character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Karla Sofen
First Appearance:
Captain America #169
Aliases:
Ms. Marvel, Meteorite
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Thunderbolts, Masters of Evil, Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation, Illusion casting
Weight:
130lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde

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Captain America #169
Marvel ⋅ 1974
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Captain America #169
 
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1st cameo appearance of Moonstone

Captain America #170
Marvel ⋅ 1974
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Captain America #170
 
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Debut of Falcon's classic red and white costume with upgraded gear

1st full appearance of Moonstone

Captain America #192
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Captain America #192
 
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1st appearance of Karla Sofen, later becomes the second Moonstone then Meteorite then Ms. Marvel

Marvel Value Stamp Series A #56 - The Rawhide Kid

Incredible Hulk #228
Marvel ⋅ 1978
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Incredible Hulk #228
 
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1st appearance of the second Moonstone, Karla Sofen

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

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 #1
Marvel ⋅ 1997
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Thunderbolts #1
 
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Thunderbolts are revealed to be the Masters of Evil led by Baron Helmut Zemo as Citizen V

Meteorite revealed to be Moonstone

Atlas revealed to be Goliath

Mach-1 revealed to be Beetle

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Techno revealed to be Fixer

Songbird revealed to be Screaming Mimi

1st cameo appearance of Hallie Takahama, later becomes Jolt

1st appearance of Dallas Riordan

New Avengers #49
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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New Avengers #49
 
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Partial appearance of the Dark Avengers: Norman Osborn (Iron Patriot), Noh-Varr (Captain Marvel), Daken (Wolverine), Moonstone (Ms. Marvel), Ares, Sentry and Bullseye (Hawkeye)

Dark Avengers appear briefly on television

Six-page preview of Black Panther #1 (2009) with J. Scott Campbell cover of Shuri in the Black Panther costume - preview art also appeared in Preview Catalog #64 and Young Guns Sketchbook '09

Dark Avengers #1
Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Dark Avengers #1
 
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1st full appearance of the Dark Avengers: Norman Osborn as Iron Patriot, Noh-Varr as Captain Marvel, Daken as Wolverine, Mac Gargan/Venom as Spider-Man, Bullseye as Hawkeye, Moonstone as Ms. Marvel, Sentry and Ares

Dark Avengers made a partial team cameo in New Avengers #49

First mention of H.A.M.M.E.R., the government organization that replaces S.H.I.E.L.D. under the leadership of Norman Osborn

[April 2024 - revealed at CinemaCon, the addition of an asterisk to the Thunderbolts title is causing speculation that there is a connection to the Dark Avengers]

Dark Avengers #2
1:20 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2009
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Variant cover art by Mike Choi featuring Karla Sofen as Ms. Marvel

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