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Creation & Design

Sleeper was created by writer Ed Brubaker and artist Scott McDaniel, first appearing in the 'Sleeper' series which was part of the WildStorm imprint before being integrated into the main Marvel Universe.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain associated with Spider-Man, Eddie Brock's character evolved over time, leading to his complex relationship with the symbiote and his eventual role as an anti-hero.

Character Development

Over the years, Eddie Brock has transitioned from a villain to a complex anti-hero, grappling with his identity and the moral implications of his actions while under the influence of the symbiote.

Cultural Reception

Sleeper has received a mixed to positive reception, with fans appreciating the depth of his character and the moral ambiguity he represents.

Character Details

Real Name:
Eddie Brock
First Appearance:
Venom: Space Knight #12
Aliases:
Venom, Agent Venom
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Thunderbolts, The Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Agility, Regeneration, Camouflage
Equipment:
Symbiote suit
Weight:
225lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Venom: Space Knight #12
Marvel ⋅ 2016
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Venom: Space Knight #12
 
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1st cameo appearance of Venom's original host

Venom #165
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Venom #165
 
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1st cameo appearance of Sleeper, the infant symbiote spawn of Venom

Venom: First Host #3
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Venom: First Host #3
 
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1st appearance of Sleeper, the result of Eddie Brock bonding with the infant Symbiote

Venom: First Host #4
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Venom: First Host #4
 
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1st cover and 2nd appearance of Sleeper

Venom: First Host #5
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Venom: First Host #5
 
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Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley

On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #3 and #4 second printings

Circulation: 1,737

Venom: First Host #4
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Venom: First Host #4
 
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2nd appearance of Sleeper

Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley

On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #3 and #5 second printings

Venom: First Host #3
Walmart ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Venom: First Host #3
 
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Variant second printing cover art by Mark Bagley

On-sale October 31, 2018, the same day as Venom: First Host #4 and #5 second printings

Direct market circulation: 1,624

Also distributed in Walmart 3-packs

Web of Venom: The Good Son #1
Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Web of Venom: The Good Son #1
 
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Dylan possessed by the symbiote of Norman Osborn

Back-up story featuring Sleeper returning to Klyntar

Web of Venom: The Good Son #1
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1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Web of Venom: The Good Son #1
 
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Variant cover art by Gerardo Sandoval

Extreme Carnage: Alpha #1
Marvel ⋅ 2021
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Extreme Carnage: Alpha #1
 
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1st appearance Arthur Krane, host of the Carnage symbiote

1st appearance of Gemma Shin, host of the Agony symbiote

1st appearance of Hank, host of the Sleeper symbiote

Free Comic Book Day 2022: Spider-Man / Venom #1
Marvel ⋅ 2022
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Free Comic Book Day 2022: Spider-Man / Venom #1
 
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Introduction of the Rascal symbiote, bonds with Normie Osborne

Venom #11
Marvel ⋅ 2022
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Venom #11
 
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1st full appearance of Sleeper Agent, the Sleeper symbiote with Hank, a new host introduced in Extreme Carnage: Alpha

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