Paladin (comics)

Paladin
Paladin.
Art by Leinil Francis Yu.
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceDaredevil #150
(January 1978)
Created byJim Shooter (writer)
Carmine Infantino (artist)
In-story information
SpeciesHuman
Team affiliationsHeroes for Hire
The Intruders
Thunderbolts
Defenders
Wild Pack
Notable aliasesPaul Denning
Paul Dennis
Paladin
Abilities
  • Slightly superhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, reflexes, and durability
  • Skilled marksman, actor, espionage agent, bodyguard and detective
  • Highly skilled hand-to-hand combatant
  • Helmet with belt activated faceplate
  • Infrared vision via helmet's lenses
  • Wears bulletproof body suit
  • Use of stun gun

Paladin (often going by Paul Denning) is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Jim Shooter and artist Carmine Infantino, the character first appeared in Daredevil #150 (January 1978).[1] Paul Denning, whose real identity remains a mystery, is a mercenary known under the codename Paladin.[2] Although not a supervillain, his mercenary activities often bring him into conflict with superheroes,[3] facing characters like Daredevil and the Punisher.[4] He has notably worked for the Wild Pack, the Thunderbolts, and the Serpent Society.[5]

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  3. ^ Cowsill, Alan; Manning, Matthew K. (2012). Spider-Man Chronicle: Celebrating 50 Years of Web-Slinging. DK Publishing. p. 178. ISBN 978-0756692360.
  4. ^ Valentino, Alexander (October 1, 2023). "10 Powerful Marvel Villains The MCU Can Introduce in Thunderbolts". Screen Rant. Retrieved 2024-06-21.
  5. ^ Davidson, Chris (February 6, 2017). "The 15 Best Mercenaries In Comics (Or Your Money Back)". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved 2024-06-21.