Is the Punisher part of Marvel?

Is the Punisher part of Marvel?

The Punisher (Francis "Frank" Castle, born Castiglione) is a fictional antihero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by writer Gerry Conway and artists John Romita Sr. and Ross Andru.

Who are the original 6 Avengers?

Labeled "Earth's Mightiest Heroes", the Avengers originally consisted of Iron Man, Ant-Man, Hulk, Thor and the Wasp. The original Captain America was discovered trapped in ice in issue #4, and joined the group after they revived him.

Is the Punisher a hero?

The Punisher (real name Frank Castle, Sr.) is a violent vigilante from Marvel comics and varies from being a dark anti-hero to being an outright protagonist villain depending on the writer and/or story.

Who is the Punisher's arch enemy?

Jigsaw Jigsaw (William "Billy" Russo, also known as "The Beaut" before his disfigurement) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.

Who is the Punisher in the Marvel Comics?

• The Punisher (real name Frank Castle, Sr.) is a violent vigilante from Marvel comics and varies from being a dark anti-hero to being an outright protagonist villain depending on the writer and/or story.

What kind of condition does the Punisher have?

• Maximum Human Conditioning: Castle is at the peak physical condition of a human being, going through rigorous training and exercise regimes. As a result, he developed strength, speed, endurance, stamina, healing, metabolism, immune system, longevity, reflexes, and agility near the limits of a super-soldier's capabilities.

How did Frank Miller come up with the Punisher?

• Conway said the Punisher's popularity took him by surprise, as he had intended him only as a second-tier character. During his acclaimed run on Daredevil, writer and artist Frank Miller made use of the character, contrasting his attitudes and version of vigilante action to that of the more liberal character of Daredevil.

How did Stan Lee come up with the name Punisher?

• Stan Lee, then Marvel's editor-in-chief, recalled in 2005 that he had suggested the character's name: Gerry Conway was writing a script and he wanted a character that would turn out to be a hero later on, and he came up with the name the Assassin.