Kaecilius
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Kaecilius | |
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Publisher | Marvel Comics |
First appearance | Strange Tales #130 (March 1965) |
Created by | Stan Lee Steve Ditko |
In-story information | |
Partnerships | Dormammu Baron Mordo |
Notable aliases | Joe Crocker |
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Kaecilius (/kaɪˈsɪliəs/) is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is depicted as an enemy of Doctor Strange. The character who first appeared in Strange Tales Vol. 1, #130 (March 1965) was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko.
Kaecilius made his live-action debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Doctor Strange, portrayed by Mads Mikkelsen.[1]
Publication history[]
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Kaecilius first appeared in Strange Tales #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 Doctor Strange himself if necessary. One of his first missions was to kidnap the Ancient One, a task he failed due to Doctor Strange's interference. At one point, Mordo took possession of him to test the powers of Dormammu.[2] Kaecilius was successful in stealing Doctor Strange's Cloak of Levitation; however by the end of the battle, Doctor Strange used his powers to wipe the knowledge of magic from Kaecilius's mind.[3]
Kaecilius and his cohorts, Adria and Demonicus, posed as members of the Independent Video media network to interview Doctor Strange, as a ploy to gain access to the Sanctum Sanctorum. Claiming to be the cameraman Joe Crocker, Kaecilius was found out, along with his fellow sorcerers. The three once again tried and failed to defeat the Sorcerer Supreme. Adria attempted to use a powerful gem against Strange, but only managed to banish herself, Kaecilius and Demonicus to the Purple Dimension.[4]
Many years later, the three were freed from the Purple Dimension, and battled Doctor Strange, as well as Jane Foster in her new identity as Valkyrie. Kaecilius displayed vastly improved abilities and a modified appearance (still in his usual costume, but clean shaven and with darkened eyes).[5] During the battle, Grim Reaper appeared, having been newly empowered by Mephisto, and trapped Doctor Strange's astral form in a dark mirror. Scared and surrounded by his defeated comrades, Kaecilius "peacefully" left the fight, opening a portal to what looked like Paris, France.[6]
During the "Death of Doctor Strange" storyline, Kaecilius accompanied Baron Mordo into heading to the Sanctum Sanctorum where Doctor Strange was found dead. As Wong accuses Baron Mordo of killing Doctor Strange which Baron Mordo denied, Kaecilius prepared to defend Baron Mordo from Wong's attacks. Just then, a classic version of Doctor Strange arrives having sensed that the worst has happened and asks what year is it.[7] When the Three Mothers show up upon tracking Clea to the Sanctum Sanctorum, Baron Mordo and Kaecilius take their leave.[8]
Powers and abilities[]
Kaecilius was trained in the mystic arts by his master Baron Mordo.[9]
In other media[]
Film[]
Mads Mikkelsen portrays Kaecilius in the 2016 live-action film Doctor Strange.[1] A combination of several villains from the comics, Kaecilius was used in the film to drive the introduction and development of bigger villains for the future, including Dormammu and "certain individuals who live in other dimensions".[10][11] Motivated by the loss of his family to become a Master of the Mystic Arts, this version of Kaecilius became disillusioned with what he considered the Ancient One's hypocrisy, which influenced his choice to serve Dormammu by using the same life-extending ritual his former master used to channel the Dark Dimension's energy. Believing in Dormammu's promise of eternal life, Kaecilius and his Zealot followers proceed to destroy the Masters of the Mystic Arts' Sanctums so Earth can be consumed by the Dark Dimension. However, Doctor Strange manages to convince Dormammu to renounce his attack on Earth while having the entity honor his promise to Kaecilius. Dormammu agrees to the terms and drags Kaecilius and his surviving followers into the Dark Dimension.[12][13][14]
Video games[]
- Kaecilius appears in the mobile game Marvel: Future Fight.[15]
- Kaecilius appears in the mobile game Marvel Avengers Academy.[16]
- Kaecilius appears as a boss in the mobile game Marvel Puzzle Quest.[17]
References[]
- ^ a b Han, Angie (July 7, 2016). "'Doctor Strange' Villain Revealed: Learn More About Mads Mikkelsen's Kaecilius". /Film.
- ^ Strange Tales #135 (Aug. 1965). Marvel Comics.
- ^ Strange Tales #143. Marvel Comics.
- ^ Doctor Strange vol. 2 #56 (Dec. 1982). Marvel Comics.
- ^ Valkyrie: Jane Foster #4 (Dec. 2019). Marvel Comics.
- ^ Valkyrie: Jane Foster #5 (Jan. 2020). Marvel Comics.
- ^ Death of Doctor Strange #1. Marvel Comics.
- ^ Death of Doctor Strange #2. Marvel Comics.
- ^ Strange Tales #130 (March 1965). Marvel Comics.
- ^ Starnes, Joshua (July 24, 2016). "Comic-Con: Kevin Feige, Directors and Stars on the Marvel Cinematic Universe". ComingSoon.net. Archived from the original on July 25, 2016. Retrieved July 24, 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.
- ^ "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.
- ^ "Marvel.com - The Official Site for Marvel Movies, Characters, Comics, TV". Marvel.com.
- ^ Snyder, Justin (November 6, 2016). "Doctor Strange Brings New Magic to 'Avengers Academy'". Marvel.com. Retrieved November 12, 2016.
- ^ Chabala, Ben (November 17, 2016). "Piecing Together Marvel Puzzle Quest: Doctor Strange". Marvel.com. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
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