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Creation & Design

Thermal Man was created during the late 1970s as part of a wave of new villains introduced to challenge Spider-Man. His design was influenced by the growing interest in characters with elemental powers.

Early Years

Initially appearing as a foe for Spider-Man, Thermal Man's character was developed to explore themes of power and control over natural elements.

Character Development

Over the years, Thermal Man has evolved from a simple villain to a more complex character, often reflecting the struggles of those who wield great power and the consequences of their choices.

Cultural Reception

Thermal Man has received mixed reviews, often seen as a secondary villain compared to more prominent foes of Spider-Man.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Thor #168
Aliases:
Thermal Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hydra, The Enforcers
Abilities:
Thermal manipulation, Superhuman strength, Flight
Equipment:
Thermal suit, Energy blasts
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Thor #168
Marvel ⋅ 1969
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Thor #168
 
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1st appearance of the Thermal Man

Often cited as the origin of Galactus yet there is very little that is revealed about the villain except to tease the story told in #169

Thor #170
Marvel ⋅ 1969
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Thor #170
 
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2nd appearance of Thermal Man

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