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| 1st Orb |
The first Orb was created by the team of Len Wein and Ross Andru back in 1973. His first appearance was in Marvel Team-Up Vol. 1, #15 (Nov '73) to be exact. His alter ego was that of Drake Shannon, a motorcycle stunt driver who had stock in the show that starred the great Johnny Blaze. When his partnership with Crash Simpson was over, Drake became obsessed with taking over the show and all the fame and glory that went with it. With a powerful helmet, that looked like an eyeball, he was able to control others but that wasn't enough to face the Spirit of Vengeance, Ghost Rider.
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| Marvel Team-Up #15 |
In 2008, we were introduced to a new Orb. This Orb's identity was more mysterious but he was the brainchild of the team of Jason Aaron and Tan Eng Huat. Seen as a successor of the original Orb, he took his place as the villain to Ghost Rider. One way you could distinguish the two Orbs was the simple fact that the 2nd Orb never knew when to shut up.
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| Highway through Hell |
As I said before, the Orb was resurrected by the Original Sin story line by Marvel in witch one of the Watchers was murdered and his eyes stolen. It was said that the holder of the eye would have vast power and know what the Watchers knew. It was in this story line that we found out all the secrets of the Marvel Universe.
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| Original Sin |
The Orb is a unique character. Sure, he may look goofy with a Giant Eye for a disguise, but he has proven time and time again that he should not be underestimated. That is why he has my respect and that is also why he is today's showcase.
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| I got my EYE on you! |
1ST ORB
Alter ego: Drake Shannon
Partnerships: Justin Hammer
Abilities:
Helmet is capable of powerful laser blasts.
Can also project illusions and hypnotize people.
2ND ORB
Alter ego: Unknown
Partnerships:
Zadkiel
Doctor Midas
Exterminatrix
Abilities:
Use of ray gun
Possesses an eye of Uatu
Until next time, get your READ on!
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