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Rex Strickland
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Creation & Design

Rex Strickland was created as a supporting character in The Shadow series, designed to complement the titular character's dark and mysterious persona.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a sidekick, Rex quickly evolved into a character with his own motivations and storylines, often finding himself at odds with The Shadow's methods.

Character Development

Over the years, Rex Strickland has transformed from a mere sidekick to a fully fleshed-out character with his own narrative arcs, showcasing his growth and the complexities of his relationship with The Shadow.

Cultural Reception

Rex Strickland has been well-received by fans for his depth and the moral dilemmas he faces, often being seen as a relatable character in the shadow of The Shadow.

Character Details

Real Name:
Rex Strickland
Aliases:
The Striker
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Shadow, The League of Shadows
Abilities:
Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Master strategist, Skilled marksman
Equipment:
Custom firearms, Gadgets
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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Venom #1

Marvel ⋅ 2018

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Venom #1
 
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1st appearance of Tyrannosaurus, a symbiote impersonating Rex Strickland - Strickland appears in Venom #2 (2018)

1st appearance of the Grendel Symbiote

Origin of the Sym-Soldier Program aka Weapon V, a Vietnam-era initiative to bond symbiote biomass, extracted from the Grendel dragon to heal wounded soldiers

[October 2024 - it is rumored Chiwetel Ejiofor’s character in Venom: The Last Dance is Rex Strickland / October 2024 - Ejiofor as Strickland confirmed]

Web of Venom: Ve'Nam #1
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Marvel ⋅ 2018

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Web of Venom: Ve'Nam #1
 
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Origin of the Sym-Soldier program, S.H.I.E.L.D.s black-ops symbiote initiative

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