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Phage

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Creation & Design

Phage was created as part of the Venom symbiote storyline, designed to explore the darker aspects of the symbiote powers.

Early Years

Initially introduced as one of the symbiote offspring, Phage was part of a group of characters that expanded the Venom mythos.

Character Development

Over the years, Phage has evolved from a mere antagonist to a more complex character, often struggling with his identity and the nature of his powers.

Cultural Reception

Phage has received mixed reviews, often seen as a lesser-known character compared to Venom and Carnage, but has gained a following among symbiote fans.

Character Details

Real Name:
Carlton Drake
Aliases:
Phage
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Symbiote Group, The Sinister Six
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Agility, Regeneration, Symbiotic abilities
Equipment:
Symbiote suit
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
Marvel Mar 2012

Carnage USA #2

Carnage USA #2
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1st appearance of The Mercury Team, a US task force deployed to hunt down symbiotes equipped with the Life Foundation symbiotes: Phage, Lasher, Agony, Riot
Mercury Team was a Sym-Soldier program that became known as Project Venom
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