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| Krang | |
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.jpg) Krang fromThe Last Defenders #3. Art byJim Muniz. | |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Fantastic Four Annual #1 (1963)[1] |
| Created by | Stan Lee (writer) Jack Kirby (artist) |
| In-story information | |
| Full name | Krang |
| Species | Homo mermanus |
| Place of origin | Atlantis |
| Team affiliations | Defenders Serpent Squad |
| Partnerships | Attuma Byrrah Lemuel Dorcas Puppet Master Orka Subcommander Selach |
| Notable aliases | Warlord Krang |
| Abilities |
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Krang is a character appearing inAmerican comic books published byMarvel Comics. Created by writerStan Lee and artistJack Kirby, the characterfirst appeared inFantastic Four Annual #1 (1963).[2] AnAtlantean military leader, Krang has alternated between being an ally and an adversary ofNamor. Over the years, he has repeatedly attempted to usurp Namor's throne during the latter's absences, only to be later reinstated in his service.[3] His characterization has gradually evolved, with later appearances presenting him in a more ambiguous, antiheroic light. In some storylines, he has even allied with Namor and joined the superhero team, theDefenders.[4]
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Krang debuted inFantastic Four Annual #1 (1963), created byStan Lee andJack Kirby.[5] He subsequently appeared in several Marvel series, includingTales to Astonish (1959),[6]Daredevil (1964),[7] andKing in Black: Namor (2021).[8]
Krang was born in Atlantis City,Atlantis. He became a leader of the Atlantean military andwarlord of Atlantis who rose to prominence during the time in whichNamor, the Prince of Atlantis was missing.[9] Upon Namor's return, Krang's bride-to-be, theLady Dorma, deserted him for Namor, bringing a great hatred for Namor from Krang. Shortly thereafter, when Namor attempted to conquerNew York City, he made Krang his second in command. However, the Fantastic Four fought off the first attack and Namor stopped the invasion in order to saveSue Storm of theFantastic Four.[10] Feeling that Namor had betrayed his own people to save an enemy, Krang was even more angered and after the Atlanteans left Atlantis he seized control and usurped the throne of Atlantis from Namor.[11] Krang imprisoned Namor, and forced the Prince to prove himself on a quest to findNeptune's trident, made additionally difficult by traps set by Krang. Meanwhile, Krang plotted a conquest of the surface world, ruled Atlantis as a despot, and put down a revolt against his rule. When Namor returned, he defeated Krang in personal combat. Krang was dethroned and exiled.[12]
Krang, now a professional criminal, through thePuppet Master, set the Behemoth against Namor. While Namor was busy, Krang returned to Atlantis and tricked Lady Dorma into renewing their engagement and accompanying him to the surface world, as well as tricking Namor into believing that she had betrayed him and left willingly. Fleeing to the surface world with Dorma he would come into conflict with the armored avengerIron Man, and fomented a battle between Namor and Iron Man.[13][14] In a battle with Krang, Namor was inflicted with temporary amnesia. Krang used Atlantean technology to create a tidal wave in Manhattan. However Namor finally recovered, capturing Krang and defeating him in personal combat. Namor imprisoned him, exiling him once more.[15] When Namor's evil cousinByrrah seized the throne of Atlantis and invited Krang back to enjoy his former position, Krang formed an alliance with Byrrah andAttuma. This however was short-lived and soon Krang was forced to flee yet again when Byrrah's scheme failed.[16]
After this he would attempt to steal theSerpent Crown, a powerful object, which would make him nearly invincible. These efforts however were thwarted by Namor andCaptain America (who called himselfNomad at the time). Krang was driven fully insane.[volume & issue needed] When Namor spent much time on the surface world allied withDoctor Doom, Krang once more seized control of Atlantis.[volume & issue needed] Stealing the Trumpet Horn of Namor, he summoned the great beast Gargantus, to defeat the returning Namor, but it was soundly defeated by the Prince, while Doom beat Krang within an inch of his life with a neuro-shock blade.[volume & issue needed]
Sometime later, after altering his physiology through the technological means ofWundagore Mountain,[17] Krang is recruited into theDefenders.[18]
As anAtlantean, Krang possesses the enhanced strength, speed, and endurance characteristic of his species, as well as the ability to breathe underwater.[19] He also possesses gills, enhanced vision, and resistance to cold and pressure. Initially unable to remain out of water without a special serum, Krang eventually modified his body to maintain this ability naturally.[17] He is also regarded as one of the most skilled martial artists in Atlantis and is proficient with a wide range of weaponry. Among his preferred arms is the neuro-shock blade, an electrically charged sword capable of delivering lethal strikes underwater.[19]
An alternate universe variant of Krang from Earth-58163 appears inCivil War:House of M #3.[20]
Krang appears as a mini-boss inMarvel: Ultimate Alliance, voiced byFred Tatasciore.[21] This version is a member ofDoctor Doom'sMasters of Evil and a cousin of Byrrah.
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