Moon Knight

Moon Knight

Creation & Design

Moon Knight was created by writer Doug Moench and artist Don Perlin, debuting in 1975. The character was designed to be a complex anti-hero with multiple identities and a connection to Egyptian mythology.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain in 'Werewolf by Night', Moon Knight quickly gained popularity and transitioned into his own series, exploring themes of mental illness and identity.

Character Development

Over the years, Moon Knight has evolved from a straightforward vigilante to a complex character grappling with mental illness, identity, and morality, making him a unique figure in the Marvel Universe.

Cultural Reception

Moon Knight has received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising his depth and complexity, while some have noted the challenges in portraying his mental health issues accurately.

Character Details

Real Name:
Marc Spector
Aliases:
Mr. Knight, Jake Lockley, Steven Grant
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Avengers, Midnight Sons, Heroes for Hire
Abilities:
Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Master detective, Enhanced strength during the night
Equipment:
Moon-shaped darts, Grappling hook, Various weapons
Weight:
225lbs
Height:
6' 1"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
Street Enterprises Jan 1976

Comic Reader #126

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Preview of Marvel Spotlight #28 (January 1976)
Released two months before Werewolf By Night #37, Moon Knight's 3rd appearance
Marvel Jun 1976

Marvel Spotlight #28

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First solo Moon Knight story
Multiple personalities including Jake Lockley and Steven Grant are revealed
1st appearance of Marlene Alraune, a long-term love interest of Marc Spector
1st appearance of Bertrand Crawley, an informant
Marvel Oct 1979

The Hulk! #17

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1st appearance of Hatchet Man, a serial killer posing as Randall Spector, Moon Knight's brother
1st cameo appearance of Randall Spector, in a flashback
Marvel Nov 1980

Moon Knight #1

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First ongoing Moon Knight title series
Origin of Moon Knight
1st appearance of Bushman, a mercenary and arch-nemesis of Moon Knight
1st appearance of Khonshu, the Egyptian god of the moon who Marc Spector serves as its avatar
West Portfolios Jan 1981

Moon Knight Portfolio #1

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Bill Sienkiewicz portfolio collection featuring Moon Knight
Four 11 in. x 14 in. black and white sketches with folder
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1st appearance of Chloe Tran, an agent of the Knights Templar
Premiere issue of the second ongoing Moon Knight series following a six-issue, 1985 limited series
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1st full appearance of Randall Spector, the brother of Moon Knight who was previously thought to be the murderer Hatchet-Man and becomes Shadowknight in the next issue
In Hulk! #17, a killer named Hatchet Man impersonates Randall
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1st appearance of Moon Knight 2099, a female version of the character who protects the lunar settlement of Attilan
Origin of Fantastic Four 2099
Copies ordered by retailers: 14,177
Marvel Dec 2005 Vol 3

Marvel Team-Up #7

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Packaged with the Marvel Legends M.O.D.O.K. series action figure of Moon Knight
Not For Resale printed in lower left corner
Marvel Jul 2010

Secret Avengers #1

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1st team appearance of the Secret Avengers: Captain America, War Machine, Black Widow, Valkyrie, Beast, Nova and Moon Knight
1st team appearance of the Shadow Council
Beginning of the 'Heroic Age' according to Marvel
Marvel Jan 2012

Secret Avengers #19

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Debut of Moon Knight costume, white business suit and simple mask without hood
In this issue, Marc Spector operates under the personalities of Steven Grant and Jake Lockley. The Mr. Knight personality does not emerge until two years later in Moon Knight #1 (2014)
Marvel Mar 2014 Vol 7

Moon Knight #1

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Marc Spector assumes the moniker of Mr. Knight
1st appearance of Ryan Trent, later becomes the second Black Spectre
⚠️ Debatable Firsts: some collectors consider Secret Avengers #19 the introduction of the Mr. Knight persona but it is only the debut of a similar costume design and not an identity
Marvel Mar 2014 Vol 7

Moon Knight #1

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Variant cover art by Skottie Young
The crescent moon/Moon Knight image was made into an enamel pin for a blind box giveaway at SDCC 2016
Marvel Feb 2017 Vol 8

Moon Knight #11

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Origin of Moon Knight, specifically when Marc met longtime supporting character, Frenchie aka Jean-Paul Duchamp, who first appeared in Werewolf By Night #32

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