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Robbie Reyes
Roberto "Robbie" Reyes is an antihero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is the fifth Marvel character to use the name Ghost Rider, after Carter Slade (the Western comics hero later known as the Phantom Rider), Johnny Blaze, Danny Ketch and Alejandra Jones. Gabriel Luna portrays Reyes in the fourth season of the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series '' Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'' Publication history Robbie Reyes first appeared in ''All-New Ghost Rider'' #1 (March 2014), created by writer Felipe Smith and artist Tradd Moore. When Marvel Comics was getting retooled as All-New, All-Different Marvel, editor Mark Paniccia approached writer Felipe Smith on creating a newer and younger Ghost Rider. Among Paniccia's suggestions were that this new Ghost Rider drive a car instead of a motorcycle, an idea that excited Smith. Another big difference between this Ghost Rider and its predecessors is that Reyes doesn't have a floating head, or a human skull ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Felipe Smith
Felipe Smith (born 1978) is an American comic book writer and artist of Jamaicans, Jamaican and Argentine descent. He is the creator, co-designer, and writer of Ghost Rider (Robbie Reyes), Robbie Reyes Ghost Rider, and the author of ''Peepo Choo'', a manga series debuting in 2009 in Kodansha's ''Morning 2'' monthly magazine. It is the first manga created and serialized in Japan by a Western creator before being licensed for an English-language release. Early life and education Smith was born on June 17, 1978 to a Jamaican father and Argentine mother. When Smith was five years old, he moved with his family to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he studied at an international school, Asociación Escuelas Lincoln. Smith's artistic ambitions were sparked at an early age; as he grew up, he became known for his talent in art, and the attention surrounding his work motivated him to keep it up. Smith's parents never bought him comic books as a child, so Smith started reading comics pretty ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Developmental Disability
Developmental disability is a diverse group of chronic conditions, comprising mental or physical impairments that arise before adulthood. Developmental disabilities cause individuals living with them many difficulties in certain areas of life, especially in "language, mobility, learning, self-help, and independent living".Center for Disease Control and Prevention. (2013)Developmental disabilities.Retrieved October 18, 2013 Developmental disabilities can be detected early on and persist throughout an individual's lifespan. Developmental disability that affects all areas of a child's development is sometimes referred to as global developmental delay. The most common developmental disabilities are: * Motor disorders, and learning difficulties such as dyslexia, Tourette's syndrome, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and nonverbal learning disorder. * Autism spectrum disorder (ASD, formerly the PDD umbrella covering Asperger syndrome and classic autism) causes difficulties in s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Carol Danvers
Carol Susan Jane Danvers is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Gene Colan, the character first appeared as an officer in the United States Air Force and a colleague of the Kree superhero Mar-Vell in '' Marvel Super-Heroes'' #13 (March 1968). Danvers later became the first incarnation of Ms. Marvel in ''Ms. Marvel'' #1 ( cover-dated January 1977) after her DNA was fused with Mar-Vell's during an explosion, giving her superhuman powers. Debuting in the Silver Age of comics, the character was featured in a self-titled series in the late 1970s before becoming associated with the superhero teams the Avengers and the X-Men. The character has also been known as Binary, Warbird, and Captain Marvel at various points in her history. Carol Danvers has been described as one of Marvel's most notable and powerful female heroes, being labelled as a symbol of female empowerment. Since her original introduction ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alternative Versions Of Thor (Marvel Comics)
Thor was created by Stan Lee, Larry Lieber and Jack Kirby. There had been multiple alternative versions of Thor, both in the main continuity as well as alternate stories. The character is based on the Norse deity Thor. Prime Earth (Earth-616) Red Norvell Part of a documentary crew brought to Asgard by Loki, Roger "Red" Norvell meets and falls in love with Lady Sif. Red Norvell is given Thor's ''Iron Gauntlets'' and ''Belt of Strength'' by Loki to compete with Thor for Sif's affections, beating him and taking his hammer, with neither realizing this was part of a master plan by Odin to create a surrogate God of Thunder to die fighting the Serpent of Ragnarok and fulfill the prophecy. Thori Thori is the pet of Thor. Thori is a Hel-Hound who can exude flames, track beings across dimensional planes, and, alone among his litter, speak. Beta Ray Bill Beta Ray Bill is the champion of the Korbinites, an alien race. Debuting in ''Thor'' #337, the character was initially intended to b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Panther (character)
Black Panther is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist-coplotter Jack Kirby, the character First appearance, first appeared in ''Fantastic Four (comic book), Fantastic Four'' #52, published in July 1966. On Earth-616, Black Panther's birth name is T'Challa, and he is the son of the previous Black Panther, T'Chaka. He is the king and protector of the fictional African nation of Wakanda, a technologically advanced society drawing from a supply of vibranium, a fictional metal of extraordinary properties. Along with possessing enhanced abilities achieved through ancient Wakandan rituals of drinking the essence of the heart-shaped herb, T'Challa also relies on his proficiency in science, expertise in his nation's traditions, rigorous physical training, hand-to-hand combat skills, and access to wealth and advanced Wakandan technology to combat his enemies. The character became a member of the Avengers (comi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Iron Man
Iron Man is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Co-created by writer and editor Stan Lee, developed by scripter Larry Lieber, and designed by artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby, the character first appearance, first appeared in ''Tales of Suspense'' #39 in 1962 (cover dated March 1963) and received his own title with ''Iron Man (comic book), Iron Man'' #1 in 1968. Shortly after his creation, Iron Man became a founding member of the superhero team, the Avengers (comics), Avengers, alongside Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor, Hank Pym, Ant-Man, the Wasp (character), Wasp, and the Hulk. Iron Man stories, individually and with the Avengers, have been published consistently since the character's creation. Iron Man is the superhero persona of Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, a businessman and engineer who runs the weapons manufacturing company Stark Industries. When Stark was captured in a war zone and sustained a severe heart wound, he built his Iron Man ar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Loki (Marvel Comics)
Loki Laufeyson is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller Jack Kirby, he is based on the Norse mythology, Norse mythological deity Loki, of the same name. Although a version of Loki debuted in ''Venus (comic book), Venus'' #6 (August 1949), his characterization as the adoptive brother and nemesis of the superhero Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor was introduced with the version that debuted in ''Journey into Mystery'' #85 (October 1962), which has persisted to the modern age. In his comic book appearances, Loki is depicted as the Asgard (comics), Asgardian God of Mischief, a cunning trickster, and a master of Asgardian magic and sorcery. After learning of his true origin as a Giants (Marvel Comics), Frost Giant from Jotunheim, Loki grows jealous of Thor and frequently plots to take the throne of Asgard for himself. His schemes of conquest ultimately reach Earth and inadvertently lead to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Odin (Marvel Comics)
Odin Borson, the All-Father is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. First mentioned in '' Journey into Mystery'' #85 (Oct. 1962), the character first appears in ''Journey into Mystery'' #86 (Nov. 1962), and was adapted from the Odin of Norse mythology by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The character is depicted as the father of Thor and, traditionally, as the king of Asgard. Sir Anthony Hopkins portrayed the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films ''Thor'' (2011), '' Thor: The Dark World'' (2013), and '' Thor: Ragnarok'' (2017). Publication history left, 175px, Odin featured on the cover of ''Thor'' #294(April 1980). Art by Keith Pollard. Although Odin was first mentioned in '' Journey into Mystery'' #85 (Oct. 1962), his first actual appearance was in '' Journey into Mystery'' #86 (November 1962). He was created for Marvel Comics by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Fictional character biography Odin is the son of Bor (father, o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Celestials (comics)
The Celestials are fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Depicted as cosmic beings, they debuted in the Bronze Age of Comic Books and have reappeared on numerous occasions. They also appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe live-action films ''Guardians of the Galaxy'' (2014), ''Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2'' (2017), '' Eternals'' (2021), and '' Thor: Love and Thunder'' (2022). Publication history The Celestials debuted in '' The Eternals'' #1 (July 1976) and were created by writer and artist Jack Kirby. They reappeared as regular guest stars in three subsequent limited series sequels: ''The Eternals'' vol. 2 #1–12 (Oct. 1985Sept. 1986), ''Eternals'' vol. 3 #1–7 (Aug. 2006Feb. 2007), and ''Eternals'' vol. 4 #1–9 (Aug. 2008May 2009). The characters have also been featured in other titles, including the "Celestial Saga" storyline in ''Thor'' Annual #7 (1978), ''Thor'' #283–300 (May 1979Oct. 1980), ''Thor'' #387–389 (Jan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Star Brand
The Star Brand is the name of a number of similar objects of power in the world of the Marvel Comics. The name "Star Brand" is also often adopted by the wielders of these objects. Three of these Star Brands have been prominently featured in series published by Marvel. The original Star Brand is a black star-shaped tattoo-like mark that first appeared in the comic book series ''Star Brand'', published by Marvel Comics as a part of its New Universe imprint (trade name), imprint from 1986 to 1989. All of the other Star Brands are alternates of this original version. The Star Brand gave its bearer infinite, god-like powers, limited only by the wielder's imagination. After the end of the series and the New Universe imprint, this specific Star Brand made appearances in Marvel's main shared universe, the Marvel Universe. The second Star Brand is a glowing glyph, shaped like the original Star Brand and giving identical powers. This Star Brand is featured in ''newuniversal'', a series fea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
South Africa
South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA), is the Southern Africa, southernmost country in Africa. Its Provinces of South Africa, nine provinces are bounded to the south by of coastline that stretches along the Atlantic Ocean, South Atlantic and Indian Ocean; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini; and it encloses Lesotho. Covering an area of , the country has Demographics of South Africa, a population of over 64 million people. Pretoria is the administrative capital, while Cape Town, as the seat of Parliament of South Africa, Parliament, is the legislative capital, and Bloemfontein is regarded as the judicial capital. The largest, most populous city is Johannesburg, followed by Cape Town and Durban. Cradle of Humankind, Archaeological findings suggest that various hominid species existed in South Africa about 2.5 million years ago, and modern humans inhabited the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
