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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
First Appearance:
Uncanny X-Men #4
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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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

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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

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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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