Scourge of the Underworld

Creation & Design

Scourge of the Underworld was created as a villainous character to serve as an antagonist to various superhero teams, particularly the Avengers.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a mysterious assassin targeting supervillains, Scourge's identity and motivations were shrouded in secrecy, leading to various plot twists.

Character Development

Over the years, Scourge has evolved from a simple assassin to a complex character with shifting allegiances, reflecting the moral ambiguities of the superhero genre.

Cultural Reception

Scourge has been received as a compelling villain, often praised for his depth and the moral questions he raises.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
Aliases:
Scourge
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Thunderbolts, Masters of Evil
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant, Expert marksman
Equipment:
Firearms, Explosives
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Marvel ⋅ 1985

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Key Facts

1st cameo appearance of Scourge, disguised as a hobo

Death of the Enforcer

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Death of 18 super-villains by Scourge

Origin of Diamondback

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Debut of Scourge of the Underworld's white costume in a story

Scourge appeared in numerous disguises over the course of a year following his introduction

The first actual appearance of the white, skull costume was in The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition #11 (1986), then again in #19 (1987)

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