Kaecilius
| Kaecilius | |
|---|---|
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Strange Tales #130 (March 1965) |
| Created by |
Stan Lee Steve Ditko |
| In-story information | |
| Species | Human |
| Notable aliases | Joe Crocker |
| Abilities | Magic user |
Kaecilius is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, and is usually depicted as an adversary of the superhero Doctor Strange. The character made his live-action debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Doctor Strange, portrayed by Mads Mikkelsen.[1]
Publication history
Kaecilius first appeared in Strange Tales Vol. 1, #130 (March 1965) and was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko.
Fictional character biography
Kaecilius was a disciple of Baron Mordo who would deliver messages and even fight Strange himself if necessary. One of his first missions was kidnapping the Ancient One, which he failed at due to Strange's interference. At one point Mordo took possession of him to test the powers of Dormammu.[2] Kaecilius was successful in stealing Strange's Cloak of Levitation, however by the end of his battle, Strange used his magic to wipe the knowledge of magic from his mind.[3]
He posed as a cameraman named Joe Crocker alongside his cohorts, Adria and Demonicus, where they once again tried and failed to defeat the Sorcerer Supreme.[4]
Powers and abilities
Due to being trained by Baron Mordo, Kaecilius can perform magic.
In other media
Film
- Mads Mikkelsen portrays Kaecilius in the 2016 film Doctor Strange.[5] He is depicted as one of the Masters of Mystic Arts who breaks off from the Ancient One.[6][7][8] A combination of several antagonists from the comics, Kaecilius was used in the film to drive the introduction and development of bigger villains for the future, including "certain individuals who live in other dimensions".[9]
Video games
- Kaecilius appears in the mobile game Marvel: Future Fight.[10]
- Kaecilius appears in the mobile game Marvel Avengers Academy.[11]
References
- ↑ Han, Angie (July 7, 2016). "'Doctor Strange' Villain Revealed: Learn More About Mads Mikkelsen's Kaecilius". /Film.
- ↑ Strange Tales Vol. 1 #135 (Aug 1965)
- ↑ Strange Tales Vol. 1 #143
- ↑ Doctor Strange Vol. 2 #56 (December 1982)
- ↑ Han, Angie (July 7, 2016). "'Doctor Strange' Villain Revealed: Learn More About Mads Mikkelsen's Kaecilius". /Film.
- ↑ "Marvel's 'Doctor Strange' Begins Production". Marvel.com. November 24, 2015. Archived from the original on November 24, 2015. Retrieved November 24, 2015.
- ↑ Couto, Anthony (July 6, 2016). ""Doctor Strange" Prequel Comic Hints At Movie Secrets, Introduces Another Marvel Villain". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on July 7, 2016. Retrieved July 7, 2016.
- ↑ Marston, George (June 21, 2016). "Doctor Strange's Villain & Female Lead Confirmed". Newsarama. Archived from the original on July 6, 2016. Retrieved July 6, 2016.
- ↑ Keyes, Rob (September 27, 2016). "Scott Derrickson Teases Doctor Strange Sequel & Villains". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on September 27, 2016. Retrieved September 27, 2016.
- ↑ http://marvel.com/news/video_games/26919/an_epic_quest_brings_doctor_strange_to_marvel_future_fight
- ↑ Snyder, Justin (November 6, 2016). "Doctor Strange Brings New Magic to 'Avengers Academy'". Marvel.com. Retrieved November 12, 2016.