Neptune (Marvel Comics)
| Neptune | |
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Interior panel of Tales to Astonish #70 by Gene Colan | |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Tales to Astonish #70 (Aug 1965) |
| Created by | Stan Lee Gene Colan |
| In-story information | |
| Alter ego | Poseidon Aegaeus |
| Species | Olympian |
| Team affiliations | Olympian Gods |
| Notable aliases | King Neptune King of the Seas Father Neptune Earthshaker Father of Oceans Stormbringer |
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Neptune, also called Poseidon, is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is based on the Roman God with the same name and his Greek counterpart. Neptune is the god of the sea in the Olympian pantheon, as well as patron god over Atlantis. Neptune first appeared in Tales to Astonish #70 and was adapted by Stan Lee and Gene Colan.
Fictional character biography
Neptune is the son of Cronus and Rhea, and was born in Mount Olympus. Zeus and Pluto are his brothers, and Hera and Vesta are his sisters. Neptune is responsible for the evolution of Homo mermanus and is still honored by the Atlanteans, unlike many Olympians who have little or no worshipers on Earth.
In modern times, Neptune sends Namor the Sub-Mariner on a quest for his trident in order to regain the Atlantean throne, appearing before him at various points.[1] Neptune then appears to the Atlanteans, and declares Namor the true ruler of Atlantis.[2]
Neptune abducts Namor from Atlantis to Hades at the behest of Zeus, as Zeus blames the Avengers for Hercules' bad physical condition.[3] Neptune is forbidden to return to Earth by Zeus, despite his objections due to Atlantean worship.[4]
Poseidon and the Olympians return to Earth following the death of Zeus. In a weakened state, he is abducted by Hippolyta and her Amazon warriors at the behest of Hera and Pluto. The Amazon princess Artume likewise forces Poseidon to tell her the location of the Omphalos. Poseidon is rescued from Artume by Hercules, Namor, and Namora.[5]
Neptune sides with Athena when the other Olympian gods challenge her for leadership. Neptune chooses Namor as his proxy. The battle between the mortal proxies ends in a draw.[6]
Powers, abilities, and equipment
Neptune possesses the typical powers of an Olympian, including immense strength, stamina, durability, speed, and healing, as well as virtual immortality. Poseidon has the ability to wield vast cosmic/mystical energies for numerous purposes, such as inter-dimensional teleportation. As a sea god, Neptune is able to manipulate water at will, breathe oxygen/underwater, and communicate with all forms of sea life.[7] He usually arms himself with a 6' 5" long enchanted trident, capable of divine magic.
Reception
- In 2019, CBR.com ranked Poseideon 3rd in their "Marvel Comics: The 10 Most Powerful Olympians" list.[8]
- In 2021, CBR.com ranked Poseidon 3rd in their "Marvel: 10 Most Powerful Olympians" list.[9]
- In 2022, Screen Rant included Neptune in their "10 Most Powerful Olympian Gods In Marvel Comics" list.[10]
In other media
Neptune appears in the "Namor" segment of The Marvel Super Heroes.
References
- ^ Tales to Astonish #70 (August 1965)
- ^ Tales to Astonish #75 (January 1966)
- ^ The Avengers #282 (August 1987)
- ^ The Avengers #285 (November 1987)
- ^ The Incredible Hercules #122-123 (December 2008 - January 2009)
- ^ Hercules: Fall of an Avenger #1 (May 2010)
- ^ Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe A-Z #9 (July 2009)
- ^ Chrysostomou, George (October 14, 2019). "Marvel Comics: The 10 Most Powerful Olympians, Ranked". CBR. Retrieved October 24, 2022.
- ^ O'Brien, Megan Nicole (May 6, 2021). "Marvel: 10 Most Powerful Olympians, Ranked". CBR. Retrieved October 24, 2022.
- ^ Harn, Darby (April 30, 2022). "The 10 Most Powerful Olympian Gods In Marvel Comics". ScreenRant. Retrieved October 24, 2022.