Commander Kraken
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Commander Kraken is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
Publication history
Commander Kraken first appeared in Sub-Mariner #27 (July 1970), and was created by Roy Thomas and Sal Buscema.{{cite book |last=Conroy |first=Mike |url=https://archive.org/details/500comicbookvill0000conr/page/38/mode/2up |title=500 Comicbook Villains |date=2004 |publisher=Collins & Brown |isbn=1-84340-205-X |language=en |authorlink=Mike Conroy (writer)}} The character was later killed by the Scourge of the Underworld in Captain America #319 (July 1986).
Fictional character biography
File:commkraken.jpgCommander Kraken is a self-styled modern-day pirate and enemy Namor the Sub-Mariner.Sub-Mariner #27 (July 1970) After encountering The Cat,The Cat #3 (April 1973) Kraken later reappears with a heavily modified look, undergoing plastic surgery and acquiring a rocket-powered peg leg and an electrified sword.Iron Man #93-94 (December 1976 - January 1977)
In Daredevil #121, which takes place after the character's appearance in The Cat and before his revamped look and appearance in Iron Man, it is revealed that Commander Kraken is a member of Hydra and the head of its naval division.Daredevil #121 (May 1975)
Later, Commander Kraken is invited to a meeting at the Bar With No Name to discuss counter-measures against the Scourge of the Underworld, only for the Scourge to kill him and those attending.Captain America #319 (April 1986) Following his death, Commander Kraken makes minor appearances in The Incredible Hercules as a resident of the Underworld and a member of Pluto's jury.The Incredible Hercules #129 (July 2009)
Powers and abilities
Commander Kraken had a hook on his left hand that was capable of emitting an electrical shock, this was later replaced with a functional bionic hand. His left leg was also bionic, and allowed him to fly. His electro-sword was capable of firing electricity and could reflect force and energy attacks.
Commander Kraken originally used squid-shaped submarines called "Squid Ships" for his piratical conquests. When he revamped his look in 1976, his vehicle of choice was a Brigantine called "The Albatross". This old style pirate ship could transform into a golden, high-powered submarine.
References
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External links
- Commander Kraken at Marvel Wiki
- [http://www.comicvine.com/commander-kraken/4005-14450/ Commander Kraken] at Comic Vine
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Category:Characters created by Roy Thomas
Category:Characters created by Sal Buscema
Category:Comics characters introduced in 1970
Category:Fictional swordfighters in comics