Commander Kraken

Publication history

Commander Kraken first appeared in Sub-Mariner #27 (July 1970), and was created by Roy Thomas and Sal Buscema. The character was later killed by the Scourge of the Underworld in Captain America #319 (July 1986).

Fictional character biography

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.

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. 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.

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

References

1. Conroy, Mike. (2004). "500 Comicbook Villains". Collins & Brown.
2. ''Sub-Mariner'' #27 (July 1970)
3. ''The Cat'' #3 (April 1973)
4. ''[[Iron Man (comic book). Iron Man]]'' #93-94 (December 1976 - January 1977)
5. ''[[Daredevil (Marvel Comics series). Daredevil]]'' #121 (May 1975)
6. ''[[Captain America (comic book). Captain America]]'' #319 (April 1986)
7. ''[[The Incredible Hercules]]'' #129 (July 2009)