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Creation & Design

Wonder Man was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist John Buscema, first appearing in the 1964 comic 'Avengers #9'. He was designed as a villain for the Avengers but later evolved into a hero.

Early Years

Initially introduced as an adversary to the Avengers, Wonder Man's character underwent significant development, leading to his eventual redemption and membership in the superhero team.

Character Development

Over the years, Wonder Man has transitioned from a villain to a hero, grappling with his identity and purpose. His character has been explored through various story arcs, showcasing his struggles and growth as a member of the Avengers.

Cultural Reception

Wonder Man has received a mixed reception over the years, with some fans appreciating his complex character arc while others view him as a secondary character in the Marvel Universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Simon Williams
First Appearance:
Avengers, The #9
Aliases:
Wonder Man, The Ionic Avenger
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, West Coast Avengers, Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Avengers, The #9
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Avengers, The #9
 
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1st appearance and death of Wonder Man, later resurrected

[June 2022 - official series announced featuring Wonder Man for Disney+ with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II cast as Simon Williams]

Avengers, The #11
Marvel ⋅ 1964
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Avengers, The #11
 
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First meeting of Spider-Man and the Avengers: Captain America, Thor, Giant-Man, Wasp

2nd appearance of Kang the Conqueror

2nd appearance of Wonder Man, in a one panel flashback to Avengers #9 but in an original illustration

Avengers, The #21
Marvel ⋅ 1965
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Avengers, The #21
 
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1st appearance of Power Man, Erik Josten, later becomes the third Goliath, the Smuggler and Atlas

3rd appearance of Wonder Man, a three panel flashback to Avengers #9 with new illustrations

Avengers, The #52
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Avengers, The #52
 
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Black Panther joins the Avengers

1st appearance of the Grim Reaper, brother of Wonder Man

[February 2023 - rumored to appear in the Wonder Man Disney+ series with actor Demetrius Grosse to potentially be cast in the role]

Avengers, The #58
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Avengers, The #58
 
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2nd appearance and origin of Vision, revealed Wonder Man's brain patterns are preserved in Vision's mind

Vision joins The Avengers

First meeting of Black Panther and Thor, Iron Man

Iconic final page depicts Vision crying with the text '...even an android can cry!'

Avengers, The #102
Marvel ⋅ 1972
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Avengers, The #102
 
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Wonder Man appears for the second time in an original story though he is comatose and not fully seen

Avengers, The #131
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Avengers, The #131
 
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3rd appearance of Wonder Man, second appearance in an original story, not a flashback as in Avengers #58

1st team appearance of Legion of the Unliving: Frankenstein's Monster, Wonder Man, Human Torch, Baron Zemo, Midnight, The Ghost, Swordsman

Avengers, The #158
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Avengers, The #158
 
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1st appearance and origin of Graviton

Battle of Wonder Man vs Vision

Avengers, The #161
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Avengers, The #161
 
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Debut of new Wonder Man costume

Avengers, The #166
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Avengers, The #166
 
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Wonder Man joins the Avengers, symbolically, when Captain America lends him his shield

Avengers, The #167
Marvel ⋅ 1978
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Avengers, The #167
 
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First meeting of the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy

1st appearance of Carina Tivan, daughter of the Collector

Debut of Wonder Man without costume, in red coat

Marvel Premiere #55
Marvel ⋅ 1980
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Marvel Premiere #55
 
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First solo story featuring Wonder Man

Avengers, The #211
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Avengers, The #211
 
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Tigra joins the Avengers

Wonder Man leaves the Avengers to pursue an acting career

West Coast Avengers #1
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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West Coast Avengers #1
 
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1st team appearance and origin of the West Coast Avengers: Hawkeye, Iron Man (Rhodes), Wonder Man, Mockingbird and Tigra

[June 2022 - a Wonder Man series could lead to a West Coast Avengers team]

Wonder Man #1
Marvel ⋅ 1986
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Wonder Man #1
 
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First solo titled issue featuring Wonder Man

Origin of Wonder Man retold

Wonder Man #1
Marvel ⋅ 1991
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Wonder Man #1
 
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First ongoing solo series featuring Wonder Man in Hollywood

1st appearance of Neal Saroyan, Wonder Man’s agent

[November 2022 - Bob Odenkirk rumored to portray Wonder Man’s business manager in Disney+ series but unknown if it will be an established or original character]

Avengers Classic #9
Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Avengers Classic #9
 
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First reprint of Avengers #9, first appearance of Wonder Man, in a standard U.S. comic

New Avengers Annual #1
Marvel ⋅ 2011
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New Avengers Annual #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Revengers: Wonder Man, Devil-Slayer, Anti-Venom, D-Man, Goliath, Atlas, Century, Captain Ultra, Ethan Edwards

New Avengers Annual #1
2nd Print ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2011
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New Avengers Annual #1
 
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Second printing featuring Wonder Man

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