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Creation & Design

Created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, Doctor Octopus first appeared as a formidable foe for Spider-Man, characterized by his mechanical tentacles and genius intellect.

Early Years

Otto Octavius was a brilliant scientist whose experiments led to a tragic accident that fused mechanical arms to his body, transforming him into Doctor Octopus.

Character Development

Over the years, Otto Octavius has evolved from a villain to an anti-hero, particularly during his time as the Superior Spider-Man, where he sought redemption and a new purpose.

Cultural Reception

Doctor Octopus has been well-received as one of Spider-Man's most iconic villains, often praised for his complexity and depth.

Character Details

Real Name:
Otto Octavius
First Appearance:
Amazing Spider-Man #25
Aliases:
Doctor Octopus, Superior Spider-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Sinister Six, Spider-Man, Avengers
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Mechanical tentacles, Master strategist
Equipment:
Mechanical arms, Advanced technology
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
bald

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Amazing Spider-Man #25
Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Amazing Spider-Man #25
 
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Debut of the new Superior Octopus, Hydra-inspired suit

Superior Octopus #1
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Superior Octopus #1
 
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Variant cover art by Giuseppe Camuncoli

Superior Octopus #1
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Premiere issue of Doctor Octopus's first titled series as the Superior Octopus

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