Set
Creation & Design
Set was created by writer Peter B. Gillis and artist Frank Brunner, first appearing in the late 1980s as a powerful ancient deity in the Marvel Universe.Early Years
Set was introduced as a dark god with a long history of conflict with various heroes, particularly Doctor Strange, and has been depicted as a manipulative and malevolent force.Character Development
Over the years, Set has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with intricate ties to the Marvel Universe's pantheon of gods, often serving as a catalyst for major events and conflicts.Cultural Reception
Set has been received as a formidable villain within the Marvel Universe, often praised for his depth and the complexity of his motivations.Character Details
Real Name:
Set
Aliases:
The Serpent God, The God of Darkness
Species:
Deity
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Serpent Society, Various Dark Entities
Abilities:
Reality Manipulation, Immortality, Dark Magic
Equipment:
Staff of Set
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Red
Hair Color:
Black
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Conan the Barbarian #7
Marvel
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1971
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Vol. 1
1st cameo appearance of Thoth-Amon, a powerful sorcerer and the main antagonist of Conan
First mention of Set, the serpent god, in the Conan mythos
1st cameo appearance of Thoth-Amon, a powerful sorcerer and the main antagonist of Conan
First mention of Set, the serpent god, in the Conan mythos
Marvel Feature #6
Marvel
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1976
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Vol. 2
1st cameo appearance of Ibis, an Egyptian god later referred to as Thoth in Thor: Blood Oath #6 (2006)
1st cameo appearance of Set, an Elder God who is typically in the form of a snake
1st cameo appearance of Ibis, an Egyptian god later referred to as Thoth in Thor: Blood Oath #6 (2006)
1st cameo appearance of Set, an Elder God who is typically in the form of a snake
Thor Annual #10
Marvel
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1982
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Demogorge the God-Eater
1st full appearance of Apollo, god of light
Origin of Gaea, Chthon, Set and other Elder Gods
Includes the first map of Asgard
1st appearance of Demogorge the God-Eater
1st full appearance of Apollo, god of light
Origin of Gaea, Chthon, Set and other Elder Gods
Includes the first map of Asgard
Defenders #138
Marvel
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1984
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Dragon of the Moon, the offspring of Set
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