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Nicholas Scratch (Marvel)
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Creation & Design

Nicholas Scratch was created by Roy Thomas and Gene Colan, first appearing in the late 1960s as a powerful sorcerer and antagonist to Doctor Strange.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain, Scratch's character was developed to explore themes of magic and the supernatural within the Marvel Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, Nicholas Scratch has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with his own motivations and struggles, often reflecting the darker aspects of magic in the Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

Nicholas Scratch has been received as a compelling villain within the Doctor Strange mythos, often praised for his depth and the moral complexities he introduces.

Character Details

Real Name:
Nicholas Scratch
First Appearance:
Fantastic Four #185
Aliases:
The Sorcerer Supreme, Master of the Dark Arts
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Darkhold, The Coven
Abilities:
Magic Manipulation, Illusion Casting, Teleportation
Equipment:
Darkhold, Magical Artifacts
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Fantastic Four #185
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Fantastic Four #185
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Nicholas Scratch, a warlock and the son of Agatha Harkness

1st full team appearance of the Witches of New Salem

[November 2021 - speculation that the pet rabbit from WandaVision named 'Scratch' will turn out to be more than it seems in House of Harkness, Agatha's solo Disney+ series]

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