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Creation & Design

Tiger Shark was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist John Buscema, first appearing in the 1970s as a formidable foe for Namor the Sub-Mariner.

Early Years

Initially a human who underwent a transformation to gain aquatic abilities, Tiger Shark became a recurring villain in the Sub-Mariner series, often clashing with Namor and other heroes.

Character Development

Over the years, Tiger Shark has evolved from a mere antagonist to a more complex character, often showing a mix of villainy and occasional anti-hero traits, reflecting the changing dynamics of comic book storytelling.

Cultural Reception

Tiger Shark has received mixed reviews, often seen as a lesser-known villain compared to others in the Marvel Universe, but he has garnered a dedicated fanbase.

Character Details

Real Name:
Todd Arliss
First Appearance:
Sub-Mariner #5
Aliases:
Tiger Shark, The Shark
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Hydra, The Serpent Society
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Aquatic adaptation, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Trident, Underwater breathing apparatus
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 2"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Sub-Mariner #5
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Sub-Mariner #5
 
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1st appearance and origin of Tiger Shark

1st appearance of Diane Arliss, the wife of Stingray

1st appearance of Doctor Dorcas

Sub-Mariner #6
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Sub-Mariner #6
 
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2nd appearance of Tiger Shark

Avengers, The #222
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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Avengers, The #222
 
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New Masters of Evil roster led by Egghead: Moonstone, Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Whirlwind

Avengers #9
Marvel ⋅ 2018
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Avengers #9
 
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Death of Stingray

1st team appearance of Namor's Defenders of the Deep: Tiger Shark, King Crab, Orka, Andromeda, Bloodtide, Manowar, Piranhas, Echidna

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