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Creation & Design

The Serpent Crown was created as a powerful artifact that grants its wearer immense power and control over others, particularly in the underwater realms.

Early Years

Initially introduced in the Sub-Mariner series, the Serpent Crown has been a source of conflict among various characters, particularly Namor and his enemies.

Character Development

Over the years, the Serpent Crown has evolved from a simple artifact to a complex symbol of power and control, influencing numerous storylines and character arcs within the Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

The Serpent Crown has been well-received as a compelling plot device, often bringing together various characters and storylines in the Marvel Universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
N/A
First Appearance:
Tales to Astonish #101
Aliases:
Serpent Crown
Species:
Artifact
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Attuma, Namor, Various villains
Abilities:
Mind control, Enhanced strength, Immortality
Equipment:
Serpent Crown
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A

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Tales to Astonish #101
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Tales to Astonish #101
 
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1st appearance of Destiny, an enemy of Namor who wore the Serpent Crown

Introduction of the Serpent Crown, disguised as the Helmet of Power

Final issue

Sub-Mariner #9
Marvel ⋅ 1969
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Sub-Mariner #9
 
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Helmet of Power revealed to be the Serpent Crown, a vessel of Set's power - appeared as the Helmet of Power in Tales To Astonish #101

1st appearance of King Naga, a Lemurian emperor

Sub-Mariner #10
Marvel ⋅ 1969
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Sub-Mariner #10
 
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Origin of the Serpent Crown

1st appearance of Karthon, tasked to find the Serpent Crown

Silver Surfer Annual #2
Marvel ⋅ 1989
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Silver Surfer Annual #2
 
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Origin of the Serpent Crown

Origin of Chthon

Invaders #7
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Invaders #7
 
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Jim Hammond becomes the Iron Torch

Namor dons the Serpent Crown

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