Spike Spiegel

Creation & Design

Spike Spiegel was created by Shinichirō Watanabe and is known for his laid-back demeanor and exceptional combat skills. His design is influenced by classic film noir and western genres.

Early Years

Spike's early life is shrouded in mystery, but he was once a member of the Red Dragon Crime Syndicate before leaving to become a bounty hunter.

Character Development

Throughout the series, Spike evolves from a carefree bounty hunter to a more introspective character, grappling with his past and the choices he has made.

Cultural Reception

Spike Spiegel is widely regarded as an iconic character in anime, praised for his cool demeanor and complex personality.

Character Details

Real Name:
Spike Spiegel
First Appearance:
Cowboy Bebop #1
Aliases:
The Cowboy, The Bounty Hunter
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Bebop Crew, Red Dragon Crime Syndicate
Abilities:
Martial Arts, Marksmanship, Pilot
Equipment:
Bebop Ship, Various firearms
Weight:
160lbs
Height:
6' 1"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Tokyo Pop ⋅ 2002
Low
$20
Mid
$80
High
$200

Key Facts

Premiere issue of the first U.S. Cowboy Bebop standard comic book based on the Japanese anime series created in 1997

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