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Creation & Design

Solo was created by writer Gerry Duggan and artist Mike Hawthorne, first appearing in Deadpool #1 in 2015. He was designed as a mercenary character with a complex moral code.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a supporting character in Deadpool's adventures, Solo quickly gained popularity due to his unique personality and skills.

Character Development

Over the years, Solo has evolved from a mere side character to a fully fleshed-out mercenary with his own motivations and storylines, often grappling with the moral implications of his work.

Cultural Reception

Solo has been well-received by fans for his unique blend of humor and action, often compared to other mercenary characters in the Marvel Universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
James Bourne
First Appearance:
Web of Spider-Man #19
Aliases:
The Mercenary, The Hunter
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Mercs for Money, Deadpool
Abilities:
Expert Marksman, Hand-to-Hand Combat, Stealth
Equipment:
Firearms, Explosives, Combat Gear
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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Web of Spider-Man #19
Marvel ⋅ 1986
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Web of Spider-Man #19
 
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1st appearance of Humbug, who later mutated and was granted a mercy-killing by Shang-Chi who tore off his head

1st cameo appearance of Solo, an enemy of Spider-Man turned ally

Amazing Spider-Man #323
Marvel ⋅ 1989
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Amazing Spider-Man #323
 
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1st full appearance of Solo, a skilled mercenary who becomes an ally of Spider-Man

[March 2020 - Sony is considering a Solo film or appearance in a film]

Force Works 2020 #1
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Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Force Works 2020 #1
 
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1st team appearance of Force Works 2020: War Machine, Quake, Mockingbird, U.S. Agent, Solo, Gauntlet

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