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Creation & Design

Toad was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby as a member of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, serving as a foil to the X-Men.

Early Years

Toad initially appeared as a minor villain in the X-Men series, often portrayed as a cowardly and inept character.

Character Development

Over the years, Toad has evolved from a mere henchman to a more complex character, grappling with his identity and place within the mutant community.

Cultural Reception

Toad has received mixed reviews, often seen as a comedic character but also recognized for his unique abilities and contributions to the mutant narrative.

Character Details

Real Name:
Mortimer Toynbee
Aliases:
Toad
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, Mister Sinister
Abilities:
Superhuman agility, Adhesion, Tongue extension
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
bald

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Uncanny X-Men #4

Marvel ⋅ 1964

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Uncanny X-Men #4
 
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Key Facts

1st team appearance of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants led by Magneto

1st appearance of Scarlet Witch

1st appearance of Quicksilver

1st appearance Mastermind, later becomes Jason Wyngarde

1st appearance of Toad

2nd appearance of Magneto

Although the Scarlet Witch's costume is colored green on the cover, it is red in the story

[December 2023 - a Brotherhood of Mutants projects is rumored to be in discussion for the MCU slate]

Uncanny X-Men #5

Marvel ⋅ 1964

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Uncanny X-Men #5
 
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Introduction of Asteroid M, Magneto's headquarters in outer space

3rd appearance of Magneto

2nd appearance of Scarlet Witch

2nd appearance of Quicksilver

2nd team appearance of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants

Uncanny X-Men #6

Marvel ⋅ 1964

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Uncanny X-Men #6
 
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Namor is confirmed to be a mutant in this issue making him the first mutant to appear in Marvel Comics having been introduced in 1939

3rd team appearance of The Brotherhood of Evil Mutants: Magneto, Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Mastermind, Toad

Marvel Super-Heroes #23

Marvel ⋅ 1969

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Marvel Super-Heroes #23
 
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Reprint of X-Men #4 (1964), 1st appearance of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants: Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Toad, Mastermind

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