Gladiator (Kallark)

Gladiator
Gladiator as depicted in Guardians of the Galaxy #6 (May 2019).
Art by David Marquez.
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceThe X-Men #107 (Oct. 1977)
Created byChris Claremont
Dave Cockrum
In-story information
Alter egoKallark
SpeciesStrontian
Team affiliationsImperial Guard
Annihilators
Dark Guardians
Guardians of the Galaxy
Notable aliasesCaptain Universe, Cal Kramer
AbilitiesSuperhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, reflexes, and durability
Psionic abilities
Flight

Gladiator (Kallark) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He first appeared in The X-Men #107 (Oct. 1977) and was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum.[1] The character is a Strontian, and like others of his race has the capacity for great strength and various superpowers, but can only use them when he is completely devoted to a purpose; his abilities vary in accordance with his level of confidence. He was born on Strontia, which is part of the Shi'ar Empire and he is the leader of their Imperial Guard. He was also a member of the Annihilators, Dark Guardians, and Guardians of the Galaxy.

  1. ^ DeFalco, Tom; Sanderson, Peter; Brevoort, Tom; Teitelbaum, Michael; Wallace, Daniel; Darling, Andrew; Forbeck, Matt; Cowsill, Alan; Bray, Adam (2019). The Marvel Encyclopedia. DK Publishing. p. 148. ISBN 978-1-4654-7890-0.

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