Green Goblin

Amazing Spider-Man no, 14 (1964) (cover).jpg

Green Goblin is a fictional character and a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko and first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #14 in July 1964. The Green Goblin is the alias of several characters, primarily Norman Osborn and his son Harry Osborn, who are archenemies of the superhero Spider-Man.

Publication History[edit | edit source]

The Green Goblin was introduced during the Silver Age of Comic Books and has since become one of Spider-Man's most enduring foes. The character's first appearance was in The Amazing Spider-Man #14, where he was depicted as a mysterious figure with a goblin-themed costume and advanced weaponry.

Character Biography[edit | edit source]

Norman Osborn[edit | edit source]

Norman Osborn is the original Green Goblin. He is a wealthy industrialist and the head of Oscorp. After ingesting a chemical formula, Osborn gains superhuman abilities but also suffers from a psychotic break, leading him to adopt the Green Goblin persona. He becomes obsessed with defeating Spider-Man and is responsible for several significant events in Spider-Man's life, including the death of Gwen Stacy.

Harry Osborn[edit | edit source]

Harry Osborn, Norman's son, eventually takes up the Green Goblin mantle after discovering his father's secret identity. Harry's tenure as the Green Goblin is marked by his struggle with his father's legacy and his friendship with Peter Parker.

Other Incarnations[edit | edit source]

Other characters have also assumed the Green Goblin identity, including Bart Hamilton and Phil Urich. Each incarnation brings a unique twist to the character while maintaining the core elements of the Green Goblin's persona.

Powers and Abilities[edit | edit source]

The Green Goblin possesses superhuman strength, agility, and endurance, thanks to the Goblin Formula. He is also a genius-level intellect and a skilled engineer, creating various gadgets and weapons, including the Goblin Glider, pumpkin bombs, and razor bats.

In Other Media[edit | edit source]

The Green Goblin has appeared in various media adaptations, including animated series, films, and video games. Notably, Willem Dafoe portrayed Norman Osborn/Green Goblin in the 2002 Spider-Man film directed by Sam Raimi.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

The Green Goblin remains one of Spider-Man's most iconic villains, symbolizing the darker aspects of power and the consequences of unchecked ambition. The character's complex relationship with Spider-Man and his alter ego, Peter Parker, continues to be a central theme in Spider-Man's stories.

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