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Creation & Design

The Phantom Rider was created during the early 1970s as part of Marvel's expansion into supernatural characters, drawing inspiration from Westerns and horror.

Early Years

Carter Slade first appeared as a ghostly figure in the Old West, seeking vengeance against wrongdoers and protecting the innocent.

Character Development

Over the years, the Phantom Rider has evolved from a simple ghostly avenger to a complex character with ties to various supernatural elements in the Marvel Universe, often reflecting themes of justice, vengeance, and redemption.

Cultural Reception

The Phantom Rider has received a mixed reception, with some fans appreciating the blend of Western and supernatural elements, while others find the character less compelling compared to other Marvel heroes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Carter Slade
First Appearance:
Star Comics #16
Aliases:
Ghost Rider, Phantom Rider II
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Avengers, The Midnight Sons
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced reflexes, Expert horseman
Equipment:
Spirit of Vengeance, Mystical weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Star Comics #16
Chesler Dynamic ⋅ 1938
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Star Comics #16
 
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1st appearance of the first Phantom Rider

Backup story "Terror on Mount Prospect"

Ghost Rider (Western) #1
Marvel ⋅ 1967
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Ghost Rider (Western) #1
 
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1st appearance and origin of The Ghost Rider, Carter Slade, renamed Phantom Rider in later reprints

Ghost Rider (Western) #2
Marvel ⋅ 1967
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Ghost Rider (Western) #2
 
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2nd appearance of the Western Ghost Rider, Carter Slade

Western Gunfighters #6
Marvel ⋅ 1971
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Western Gunfighters #6
 
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Death of Ghost Rider, Carter Slade

Western Gunfighters #7
Marvel ⋅ 1972
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Western Gunfighters #7
 
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1st appearance of Ghost Rider, Lincoln Slade, brother of Carter Slade

Ghost Rider #56
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Ghost Rider #56
 
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1st appearance of Phantom Rider, Hamilton Slade, a descendant of Carter Slade, the original Phantom Rider

Mighty Avengers #13
Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Mighty Avengers #13
 
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1st team appearance of the Secret Warriors: Nick Fury, Phobos, Slingshot, Quake, Stonewall, Hellfire and Druid

1st appearance of Stonewall, son of the Absorbing Man

1st appearance of Druid, son of Doctor Druid

1st appearance of Hellfire, descendant of the Phantom Rider

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1st appearance of Yo-Yo Rodriguez aka Slingshot

Cover art inspired by Avengers #16

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