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Marvel (4)

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Era

Bronze (1970-1985)

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Standard (4)

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Korvac (4)

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Korvac

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Creation & Design

Korvac was created by writer Jim Shooter and artist George Pérez, first appearing in the late 1970s as a villain with cosmic powers.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a minor character, Korvac's story evolved to showcase his transformation into a powerful cosmic entity.

Character Development

Over the years, Korvac has transitioned from a villain to a more complex character, exploring themes of power, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.

Cultural Reception

Korvac has been received as a compelling villain in the Marvel Universe, often praised for his depth and the philosophical questions his character raises.

Character Details

Real Name:

Michael Korvac

Aliases:

Korvac

Species:

Human

Gender:

Male

Affiliations:

The Avengers, The Guardians of the Galaxy

Abilities:

Cosmic Power, Energy Manipulation, Telepathy

Equipment:

Cosmic Cube

Weight:

180lbs

Height:

6' 0"

Eye Color:

blue

Hair Color:

brown

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Variants

Marvel Jan 1975

Giant-Size Defenders #3

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$15

Mid

$50

High

$150

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1st appearance of Korvac

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[April 2020 - two inside sources have confirmed that Korvac will be in multiple upcoming Marvel projects. Although the sources are independent from one another and close to Marvel Studios this is still unconfirmed until official word is released]

Marvel Jun 1977