Nick Fury
Creation & Design
Nick Fury was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, originally appearing in World War II-themed comics as the leader of the Howling Commandos.Early Years
Fury's character was initially portrayed as a tough, no-nonsense soldier during World War II, later evolving into the director of S.H.I.E.L.D., a spy organization.Character Development
Over the years, Nick Fury has evolved from a war hero to a complex character who navigates the moral ambiguities of espionage and leadership, often making difficult choices for the greater good.Cultural Reception
Nick Fury has been well-received by fans and critics alike, known for his strong leadership and complex personality.Character Details
Real Name:
Nicholas Joseph Fury
Aliases:
Nick Fury, Director Fury
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
S.H.I.E.L.D., Avengers, Howling Commandos
Abilities:
Master tactician, Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Skilled marksman, Leadership
Equipment:
S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier, Various firearms, Tactical gear
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
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Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #1
Marvel
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1963
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Sgt. Nick Fury
1st team appearance of the Howling Commandos: Happy Sam Sawyer, Dino Manelli, Dum Dum Dugan, Junior Juniper, Rebel Ralston and Gabe Jones, the first ongoing black character in the mainstream Marvel Universe (post Fantastic Four #1)
In the book, Stan Lee's Amazing Marvel Universe, Stan explains Gabe Jones was intended to be black but due to a printing error, he was the same color as the other soldiers. Gabe's skin tone is noticeably different in the next issue though it doesn't appear to be a natural skin color
1st appearance of Sgt. Nick Fury
1st team appearance of the Howling Commandos: Happy Sam Sawyer, Dino Manelli, Dum Dum Dugan, Junior Juniper, Rebel Ralston and Gabe Jones, the first ongoing black character in the mainstream Marvel Universe (post Fantastic Four #1)
In the book, Stan Lee's Amazing Marvel Universe, Stan explains Gabe Jones was intended to be black but due to a printing error, he was the same color as the other soldiers. Gabe's skin tone is noticeably different in the next issue though it doesn't appear to be a natural skin color
Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #2
Marvel
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1963
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Sgt. Nick Fury
2nd team appearance of the Howling Commandos
2nd appearance of Sgt. Nick Fury
2nd team appearance of the Howling Commandos
Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #3
Marvel
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1963
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Vol. 1
First meeting of Nick Fury and Mr. Fantastic
3rd appearance of Nick Fury
First meeting of Nick Fury and Mr. Fantastic
3rd appearance of Nick Fury
Fantastic Four #21
Marvel
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1963
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Hate-Monger
First crossover of Sgt. Nick Fury in the Fantastic Four title
1st appearance of Hate-Monger
First crossover of Sgt. Nick Fury in the Fantastic Four title
Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #13
Marvel
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1964
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Vol. 1
First team-up of Captain America and Nick Fury
Strange Tales #135
Marvel
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1965
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of S.H.I.E.L.D
1st team appearance of Hydra
Nick Fury becomes an Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.
1st team appearance of S.H.I.E.L.D
1st team appearance of Hydra
Nick Fury becomes an Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #27
Marvel
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1966
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Vol. 1
Origin of Nick Fury's eye-patch
1st appearance of Eric Koenig
Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos #34
Marvel
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1966
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Vol. 1
Origin of The Howling Commandos
Strange Tales #159
Marvel
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1967
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Contessa Valentina Allegro De Fontaine, the romantic interest of Nick Fury and a high-ranking member of S.H.I.E.L.D.
1st appearance of Gaffer, a fighter pilot
1st cameo appearance of Jacob Fury, the younger brother of Nick Fury who later becomes Scorpio then Kraken
1st appearance of Contessa Valentina Allegro De Fontaine, the romantic interest of Nick Fury and a high-ranking member of S.H.I.E.L.D.
1st appearance of Gaffer, a fighter pilot
1st cameo appearance of Jacob Fury, the younger brother of Nick Fury who later becomes Scorpio then Kraken
Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D #1
Marvel
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1968
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Scorpio, later revealed to be Jake Fury, the brother of Nick Fury
1st appearance of Scorpio, later revealed to be Jake Fury, the brother of Nick Fury
Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D #4
Marvel
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1968
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Vol. 1
Iconic cover art by Jim Steranko
Origin of Nick Fury's recruitment to S.H.I.E.L.D. retold from Strange Tales #135
Iconic cover art by Jim Steranko
Origin of Nick Fury's recruitment to S.H.I.E.L.D. retold from Strange Tales #135
Marvel Spotlight #31
Marvel
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1976
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Vol. 1
Origin of Nick Fury and the Infinity Formula
Wolverine / Nick Fury: The Scorpio Connection #1
Marvel
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1989
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of the second Scorpio, Mikel Fury, son of Nick Fury
Wolverine: Origins #18
Marvel
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2007
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Vol. 1
Origin of the first meeting of Captain America and Nick Fury
Secret Invasion #1
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
Story arc in which the shape-shifting race of aliens, The Skrulls, have invaded Earth and are impersonating key figures in the Marvel Universe
Story arc in which the shape-shifting race of aliens, The Skrulls, have invaded Earth and are impersonating key figures in the Marvel Universe
Variant second printing cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,374
Variant second printing cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,374
Dark Reign: The List - Secret Warriors #1
Marvel
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2009
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
1:100
Variant cover art by Frank Cho
Secret Warriors #25
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 1
1st full appearance and origin of Zodiac aka The Great Wheel, a group of the world's greatest spies gathered by Leonardo da Vinci
Members of Zodiac would go on to create Hydra and Leviathan
1st full appearance and origin of Zodiac aka The Great Wheel, a group of the world's greatest spies gathered by Leonardo da Vinci
Members of Zodiac would go on to create Hydra and Leviathan
Hawkeye and Mockingbird #6
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 1
1st appearance and death of a Skrull posing as Nick Fury
Battle Scars #1
Marvel
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2012
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Marcus Johnson, later revealed to be Nick Fury Jr., the son of Nick Fury
1st appearance of Agent Phil Coulson in Marvel Comics continuity, referred to only by the name ‘Cheese’
1st appearance of Marcus Johnson, later revealed to be Nick Fury Jr., the son of Nick Fury
1st appearance of Agent Phil Coulson in Marvel Comics continuity, referred to only by the name ‘Cheese’
Fury: My War Gone By #1
Marvel
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2012
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Vol. 1
Origin of Nick Fury, a thirteen-issue series that traverses his time after World War II through Vietnam
Origin of Nick Fury, a thirteen-issue series that traverses his time after World War II through Vietnam
Variant cover art by Mike Deodato
Original Sin #5
Marvel
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2014
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Woodrow McCourt, the Man on the Wall prior to Fury
Origin of Nick Fury, the first time Fury refers to himself as The Man on the Wall, the first line of defense against alien threats
1st appearance of Woodrow McCourt, the Man on the Wall prior to Fury
Origin of Nick Fury, the first time Fury refers to himself as The Man on the Wall, the first line of defense against alien threats
Original Sin #8
Marvel
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2014
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Vol. 1
Nick Fury becomes the Unseen after killing The Watcher
Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
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