Doctor Druid

Doctor Druid
Publication information
Publisher	Marvel Comics
First appearance	Amazing Adventures #1 (June 1961)
Created by	Stan Lee (writer) and Jack Kirby (artist)
In-story information
Alter ego	Anthony Ludgate Druid
Species	Human
Team affiliations	Avengers
Notable aliases	Dr. Druid, Druid
Abilities	Mastery of magic Telepathy Hypnosis Telekinesis Illusions

Doctor Druid (real name Anthony Ludgate Druid, also known as Dr. Druid or simply Druid) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, Doctor Druid first appeared in Amazing Adventures #1 in June 1961.

Publication history

Doctor Druid was introduced in the early 1960s, a period known for the Silver Age of Comic Books. He was initially presented as a master of the mystic arts, predating the introduction of Doctor Strange. Over the years, Doctor Druid has appeared in various Marvel titles, often as a supporting character or member of the Avengers.

Fictional character biography

Anthony Ludgate Druid was a psychiatrist and explorer who became interested in the occult. He studied under a Tibetan lama who revealed to him the secrets of the mystic arts. Taking on the name Doctor Druid, he used his newfound abilities to combat supernatural threats.

Joining the Avengers

Doctor Druid joined the Avengers during a period of upheaval for the team. His tenure was marked by internal conflicts and struggles with his own sense of purpose. Despite his abilities, he often found himself at odds with other members of the team.

Later years

In later years, Doctor Druid's character underwent significant changes. He was manipulated by the villain Nebula and later fell from grace, leading to his eventual death. However, like many comic book characters, he has been resurrected and continues to appear in various Marvel storylines.

Powers and abilities

Doctor Druid possesses a range of mystical abilities, including:

• Mastery of magic: He is skilled in various forms of magic, including spells and rituals.
• Telepathy: He can read and influence the minds of others.
• Hypnosis: He can hypnotize individuals, bending them to his will.
• Telekinesis: He can move objects with his mind.
• Illusions: He can create realistic illusions to deceive his enemies.

In other media

Doctor Druid has appeared in various forms of media, including animated television series and video games. His character is often portrayed as a wise and powerful mystic, though sometimes flawed by his own hubris.

See also

• Doctor Strange
• Avengers (comics)
• List of Marvel Comics characters: D