Darkhold
Creation & Design
The Darkhold was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Gene Colan, first appearing in 'Tomb of Dracula' as a powerful tome of dark magic.Early Years
Initially introduced in the horror genre, the Darkhold has been associated with various supernatural characters and storylines in the Marvel Universe.Character Development
Over the years, the Darkhold has evolved from a simple horror element to a complex artifact that influences numerous characters and storylines, showcasing the darker aspects of magic in the Marvel Universe.Cultural Reception
The Darkhold has been well-received as a significant element in Marvel's horror and supernatural narratives, often praised for its depth and complexity.Character Details
Real Name:
The Darkhold
Aliases:
Book of Sins, Darkhold: Pages from the Book of Sins
Species:
Book
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Doctor Strange, Ghost Rider, The Midnight Sons
Abilities:
Dark magic, Curses, Summoning
Equipment:
The Darkhold
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A
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Marvel Spotlight #3
Marvel
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1972
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Werewolf by Night
First mention of the Darkhold
Marvel Spotlight #4
Marvel
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1972
•
Vol. 1
3rd appearance of Werewolf by Night
Introduction of the Darkhold
Marvel Chillers #1
Marvel
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1975
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of The Other, a manifestation of Chthon, an Elder God and writer of the Darkhold
1st appearance of Modred the Mystic
1st appearance of The Other, a manifestation of Chthon, an Elder God and writer of the Darkhold
1st appearance of Modred the Mystic
Avengers, The #185
Marvel
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1979
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Vol. 1
Origin of Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch
First meeting of Modred- possessed by Chthon, and Wanda, where she encounters the Darkhold
Origin of Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch
First meeting of Modred- possessed by Chthon, and Wanda, where she encounters the Darkhold
Avengers, The #187
Marvel
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1979
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Vol. 1
Origin of the Darkhold
Conan the Barbarian #245
Marvel
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1991
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Vol. 1
Origin of Varnae, the Lord of Vampires prior to Dracula, brought into existence by humans using the scrolls of Chthon that were later bound together to become the Darkhold
Origin of vampires in the Marvel Universe
Origin of Varnae, the Lord of Vampires prior to Dracula, brought into existence by humans using the scrolls of Chthon that were later bound together to become the Darkhold
Origin of vampires in the Marvel Universe
Darkhold: Alpha #1
Marvel
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2021
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
1st team appearance of Darkhold Defiled
Avengers Annual #1
Marvel
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2023
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
The Darkhold takes on the form of a young boy
Contest of Chaos finale
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