Nebulon is a fictional character appearing in

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Fictional character biography

Nebulon is an Ul'lula'n, a tentacled aquatic alien originating from the planet Ul'lula. After being sent off-world to find resources, Nebulon battles the

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before sacrificing himself in an attempt to save his wife Supernalia from an energy-draining ray. Both of them are killed, leading the Avengers to bury them in the

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Powers and abilities

Nebulon is an alien who can harness planetary energy for various effects, such as manipulating energy, teleporting, and shapeshifting. He is additionally highly intelligent and knowledgeable in

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