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Tad Carter
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Creation & Design

Tad Carter was created as a sidekick character to appeal to younger audiences, embodying the spirit of youthful heroism.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a young hero in training, Tad struggled to find his place among more established heroes.

Character Development

Over the years, Tad has evolved from a sidekick to a fully-fledged hero, gaining confidence and a deeper understanding of what it means to be a hero.

Cultural Reception

Tad Carter has been well-received by fans for his relatable struggles and growth as a character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Tad Carter
First Appearance:
Amazing Fantasy #14
Aliases:
The Kid
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Avengers, Young Avengers
Abilities:
Superhuman agility, Enhanced reflexes, Martial arts proficiency
Equipment:
Utility belt, Web-shooters
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Amazing Fantasy #14
Marvel ⋅ 1962
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Amazing Fantasy #14
 
Low
$40
Mid
$125
High
$725

Key Facts

1st appearance and origin of Tad Carter, an early Marvel mutant, often misrepresented as the first mutant

Carter next appears over 30 years later in X-Men: The Hidden Years (2001)

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