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Creation & Design

Penance was created by writer Tom DeFalco and artist Ron Frenz, originally appearing as Speedball, a light-hearted character with the ability to bounce off surfaces.

Early Years

Robbie Baldwin started as a member of the New Warriors, where he was known for his carefree attitude and powers that allowed him to absorb kinetic energy.

Character Development

Over the years, Robbie Baldwin's character has evolved from a light-hearted hero to a darker, more complex figure as Penance, grappling with guilt and the consequences of his past actions.

Cultural Reception

Penance has received mixed reviews, with some fans appreciating the depth of his character transformation while others miss the original Speedball persona.

Character Details

Real Name:
Robbie Baldwin
First Appearance:
Thunderbolts #110
Aliases:
Penance, Speedball
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
New Warriors, Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Superhuman agility, Energy absorption, Enhanced reflexes
Equipment:
Penance suit
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Thunderbolts #110
Marvel ⋅ 2007
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Thunderbolts #110
 
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New Thunderbolts Roster: Norman Osborn, Bullseye, Penance, Radioactive Man, Swordsman, Songbird, Venom

Civil War: Front Line #10
Marvel ⋅ 2007
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Civil War: Front Line #10
 
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1st appearance of Penance, formerly Speedball who now wears a suit lined with internal spikes to punish himself for the tragedy at Stamford

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