| Morg | |
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Morg fromSilver Surfer (vol. 3) #109 (1995). Art byTom Grindberg. | |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Silver Surfer (vol. 3) #69 (August 1992) |
| Created by | Ron Marz Ron Lim |
| In-story information | |
| Team affiliations | Heralds of Galactus |
| Abilities | Use ofPower Cosmic |
Morg is asupervillain appearing inAmerican comic books published byMarvel Comics. The character is usually depicted as a herald ofGalactus. He was created byRon Lim andRon Marz and first appeared inSilver Surfer (vol. 3) #69 (August 1992).
Morg served as a herald ofGalactus after Galactus' previous herald,Nova, was expelled for sparing suitable but inhabited planets. Subsequently, prior to consuming his latest planet, Galactus was confronted by the executioner Morg, who showed no fear towards him. Impressed with Morg and wary after losing several heralds, Galactus employs him as his latest herald.[1][2][3]
One of Galactus' former heralds, theSilver Surfer, comes into conflict with Morg after learning that he has replaced Nova.[2][4] During this time, Morg discovers the Well of Life, which enhances his powers.[1][2][5] Despite this, he is killed byTerrax.[6][1]
Months later, Galactus resurrects Morg to give him a second chance, intentionally reducing his power.[2][7][8][9] Morg is later kidnapped by Tyrant, who siphons his energy. Morg obtains the Ultimate Nullifier and attempts to use it against Tyrant, but the Nullifier explodes, killing him.[1][2][10][11][12][13]
Later, Morg is resurrected through unrevealed means and works with Galactus' other heralds to battle the Reckoning and saveEternity.[14][15]
Morg wields thePower Cosmic, which grants him vast cosmic abilities. He possesses superhuman physical traits, can generate cosmic energy, and does not require oxygen, food or sleep to survive. Additionally, he wields a double-bladed cosmic axe and was further augmented by the Well of Life.[16][17]
A MorgMinimate was produced as part of theToys "R" Us exclusiveHeralds of Galactus boxset.[18][needs update]
AMarvel Legends figure of Morg was produced as part of the HasLab Marvel Legends line.