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Creation & Design

Toro was created during the Golden Age of Comics as a sidekick to the original Human Torch, reflecting the era's trend of pairing heroes with younger companions.

Early Years

Toro was introduced as a young boy who gained the ability to control fire, becoming a sidekick to the Human Torch. He fought alongside the Torch against various villains during World War II.

Character Development

Toro's character has evolved from a sidekick to a more complex figure, often exploring themes of legacy and the impact of war on young heroes.

Cultural Reception

Toro has been well-received as a nostalgic character from the Golden Age, representing the spirit of heroism during World War II.

Character Details

Real Name:
Thomas Raymond
First Appearance:
Human Torch #2
Aliases:
The Human Torch's Sidekick, The Boy Torch
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Invaders, All-Winners Squad
Abilities:
Pyrokinesis, Flight, Superhuman Agility
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
red

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Human Torch #2
Timely ⋅ 1940
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Human Torch #2
 
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1st appearance and origin of Toro

Human Torch #3
Timely ⋅ 1940
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Human Torch #3
 
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Two interior advertisements promoting the forthcoming first appearance of Captain America in Captain America Comics #1

2nd appearance of Toro

Marvel Mystery Comics #19
Timely ⋅ 1941
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Marvel Mystery Comics #19
 
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Origin of Toro

All Winners Comics #19
Timely ⋅ 1946
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All Winners Comics #19
 
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1st team appearance and origin of the All Winners Squad: Captain America, Bucky, Human Torch, Miss America, Sub-Mariner, Toro and the Whizzer

Sub-Mariner #14
Marvel ⋅ 1969
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Sub-Mariner #14
 
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1st appearance of Toro in the Silver Age

Death of Toro

Invaders #1
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Invaders #1
 
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1st team appearance of The Invaders II: Bucky, Captain America, Human Torch, Sub-Mariner, Toro

Invaders #22
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Invaders #22
 
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Origin of Toro

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