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Zabu
[edit]Zadkiel
[edit]Zadkiel is a former archangel in the service of Heaven and an enemy of the Ghost Rider, named after the mythical angel of the same name. Created by Jason Aaron, the character debuted in Ghost Rider (vol. 4) #27.
Zadkiel was in charge of overseeing the Spirits of Vengeance in God's army, and gradually developed a hatred of humanity as God favored the sinners over the angels. This led him to decide to overpower and dethrone God, something that he would need the power of Spirits of Vengeance to do. It was revealed that he had endowed Johnny Blaze with the powers of Ghost Rider. Zadkiel battles Blaze and Blaze's brother, Danny Ketch, before being defeated and imprisoned in Hell.[1][2][3]
- Other versions
During the 2015 "Secret Wars" story line, a variation of Zadkiel resides in the Battleworld domain of Doomstadt and works for Arcade as the Killiseum's chief of security.[4]
Zaladane
[edit]Zaladane is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Astonishing Tales #3 (1970), and was created by Gerry Conway and Barry Windsor-Smith.
Zaladane is the priestess and queen of the Sun People, who live in the Savage Land. Throughout her appearances, she battles the X-Men, but is eventually defeated and executed by Magneto.[5][6] Zaladane returns in the 2025 miniseries Rogue: The Savage Land, which takes place before her death.[7]
Zaladane in other media
[edit]- Zaladane appears in the X-Men: The Animated Series episode "Savage Land, Strange Heart".[8]
- A Danger Room construct of Zaladane appears in X-Men (1993).
Zaran
[edit]Princess Zanda
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Princess Zanda is a character in the Marvel Universe. The character, created by Jack Kirby, first appeared in Black Panther #1 (January 1977). She was the ruler of the African nation of Narobia and a potential love interest of T'Challa/Black Panther.
Princess Zanda in other media
[edit]Princess Zanda appears in Avengers Assemble, voiced by Mela Lee.[9] This version is a member of the Shadow Council who possesses shapeshifting abilities.
Peter Van Zante
[edit]Peter Van Zante (originally known as Water Wizard and later Aqueduct), is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
The character first appeared in Ghost Rider #23 (April 1977) and was created by Jim Shooter and Don Heck.[10]
Peter Van Zante enlists in the U.S. military as a soldier. After being wounded in action, he is treated with an experimental radiation device while out at sea. A lightning strike during a freak storm destroys the device, but Van Zante is rejuvenated. While recovering, Van Zante discovers he can manipulate liquid and becomes the criminal known as Water Wizard.[11]
Van Zante eventually reappears with a new costume and alias — Aqueduct. He joins with three other super villains with elemental abilities to form the team Force of Nature.[12] Aqueduct later joins the Masters of Evil and battles the Thunderbolts.[13]
Zarathos
[edit]Zarrko
[edit]Zealot
[edit]Zealot is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
Thomas Moreau is Philip Moreau's brother and one of the two sons of David Moreau who possesses terrakinesis. He opposed Magneto when he proclaimed as Genosha's ruler. Convening a large following, he created a resistance force against Magneto, only to be killed by him.[14]
Zealot in other media
[edit]Zealot appears as a boss in X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse, voiced by Armin Shimerman.[15]
Zeitgeist
[edit]Zeitgeist is the name of different fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
X-Force
[edit]Special Executive
[edit]Larry Ekler
[edit]Heinrich Zemo
[edit]Helmut Zemo
[edit]Zenpool
[edit]Zenpool is the name of several characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
Wade Wilson
[edit]During the "AXIS" storyline, Deadpool is among the characters affected by Scarlet Witch's morality-inverting spell, transforming him into a pacifist named Zenpool.[16]
Eleanor Camacho
[edit]In the Marvel 2099 reality of Earth-16356, the 2099 version of Eleanor Camacho is the daughter of Deadpool who operated as the 2099 version of Zenpool. She possesses a variant of Deadpool's healing factor that enables her to revive after being killed with her memories intact.[17]
Zenpool in other media
[edit]Zenpool appears in Deadpool & Wolverine, portrayed by Kevin Fortin.[18][19] This version is an alternate universe variant of Deadpool and a member of the Deadpool Corps.
Zephyr
[edit]Zero
[edit]Zero is the name of several characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
Kenji Uedo
[edit]Zero first appeared in Generation Hope #1, during the "Five Lights" storyline. He was created by Matt Fraction and Kieron Gillen, and is one of the eponymous "Five Lights", a group of mutants who manifested their abilities after the events of "Second Coming", alongside Velocidad, Transonic, Oya, and Primal.[20]
Zero's body is partially cybernetic and can generate fleshy tendrils and other constructs at will. He can form psychic links with others by infusing them with parts of his body.[20]
ADAM Unit Zero
[edit]Zero (Ambient-Energy Dampening Actualization Module Unit Zero) is a fictional robot. Created by Louise Simonson and Rob Liefeld, the character first appeared in The New Mutants #86 as a member of the Mutant Liberation Front.[21] Zero was created in the 39th century by the Askani as a prototype for the Ambient-energy Dampening Automated peacekeeping Mechanisms (ADAMs). It is equipped with advanced scanners to help neutralize potential threats and can create portals.[22]
Zero/One
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Zero/One is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
Parul Kurinji is a scientist who infected herself with a technological virus created by MODOK with the intent to stop it from spreading further. However, Red Hulk interrupts the process, leaving Kurinji in a half-mechanical state. Recognizing herself as neither fully human nor mechanical, Kurinji dubs herself Zero/One which was derived from binary code.[23][24]
Zeus
[edit]Zheng Bao Yu
[edit]Zheng Zu
[edit]Ziggy Pig
[edit]Zoe Zimmer
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Zoe Zimmer is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics.
Zoe Zimmer was the most popular girl at Coles Academic High School.[25] She is a former bully of Kamala Khan, who later befriended her, and developed a romantic interest in Nakia Bahadir.
Zoe Zimmer in other media
[edit]Zoe Zimmer appears in Ms. Marvel (2022), portrayed by Laurel Marsden.[26]
Ziran the Tester
[edit]Zirksu
[edit]Zirksu is a character appearing in comic books related to Marvel Comics. The character, created by Roy Thomas and Jim Craig, first appeared in Marvel Premiere #35 (January 1977). He is a Skrull who assumed the alias Diabolik while being an enemy of 3-D Man.[27]
Zirksu in other media
[edit]Zirksu appears in Secret Invasion, portrayed by Mark Lewis. This version is a member of the Skrull Resistance who posed as an unidentified man.
Arnim Zola
[edit]Zom
[edit]Zom is a fictional character, a gigantic semi-humanoid demon who has clashed with Doctor Strange. Created by Stan Lee and Marie Severin, he first appeared in Strange Tales #156.
Zom is a powerful mystical entity who Dormammu and Eternity previously imprisoned in an amphora. In the present day, Doctor Strange battles Dormammu's sister Umar and frees Zom to assist him. He succeeds in getting Umar to retreat, but is overwhelmed when Zom attacks him. The Ancient One instructs Strange to cut off Zom's hair, which summons the Living Tribunal to defeat Zom.[28]
In the "World War Hulk" storyline, Strange harnesses Zom's power in an unsuccessful attempt to battle the Hulk.[29]
Zombie
[edit]Zorro
[edit]Carlo Zota
[edit]Weaponless Zsen
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Weaponless Zsen is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, created by Simon Spurrier and Jan Bazaldua. She is an Arakkii mutant with the power to "paint the truth", an ability she considers useless as it has no application in combat.[30]
Zsen is the daughter of the Fisher King and Zsora of the Spirit Flame. After her parents are captured following a failed attack on the Great Ring of Arakko, Zsen and her sister Khora are made to witness Zsora's execution.[31][32] Disgusted by her father's perceived cowardice, Zsen allows Tarn the Uncaring to alter her to compensate for her non-offensive power, giving her retractable blades in her arms.[33] She later joins the Inward Watch under the command of Ora Serrata.[30]
Zsora of the Spirit Flame
[edit]Zsora of the Spirit Flame is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, created by Al Ewing and Yıldıray Çınar. She is an Arakkii mutant with burning eyes that can see the truth. Imprisoned by Tarn the Uncaring at a young age with her sister Syzya because of their powers, she meets the Fisher King after stopping him from assassinating Tarn. They fall in love, marry, and have two daughters, Khora and Zsen. Zsora, her husband, and her sister secretly reform the Night Table of the Great Ring of Arakko and work to overthrow Annihilation's rule of Arakko.[31] During an attack on the Great Ring, Zsora is captured and executed by Famine.[32]
Zula
[edit]Zula is a character first appearing in Marvel Conan the Barbarian (comics),[34] and an original creation of famed Marvel comics writer Roy Thomas, rather than the classic Conan the Barbarian novel authors: Robert E. Howard, L. Sprague de Camp, or Lin Carter. Zula is a mighty black warrior/swordsman and a very skilled sorcerer. He is from south Darfar, the son of the chieftain, and the last survivor of his massacred "Zamballah tribe". Zula is clothed in a "Vendyhan" (Indian) tiger skin, and dons a mohawk-like "war crest".[34] He is a loyal comrade of Conan the Barbarian; and Conan's long time lady companion, Bêlit, pirate Queen of the Black Coast;[35] as well as Red Sonja.[36] Although allies, Conan and Zula have also been known to bitterly battle, from time to time.[34][37]
In other media
[edit]- A female version of Zula appears in Conan the Destroyer (1984), portrayed by Grace Jones.
- Zula appears in Conan the Adventurer (1992).
Zuras
[edit]Zuri
[edit]Zuri is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by Christopher Priest and Mark Texeira, and first appeared in Black Panther (vol. 3) #1 (November 1998). He is an elderly Wakandan warrior who fought alongside T'Chaka and is implied to have trained T'Challa.[38][39] Zuri is later killed by Morlun.[40]
Zuri has superhuman strength,[volume & issue needed] and is also an expert hunter, skilled tracker, and a master at armed and hand-to-hand combat.
Zuri in other media
[edit]Zuri appears in Black Panther (2018), portrayed by Forest Whitaker as an adult,[41] and by Denzel Whitaker as a young adult.[42] As a young man, Zuri posed as an American named James to tail N'Jobu, T'Chaka's brother and a traitor, and witnesses the latter's death at T'Chaka's hands. Twenty-five years later, Zuri appoints T'Challa as the king, and oversees the latter's fight with M'Baku by administering a liquid to temporarily negate abilities. Killmonger later kills Zuri when he attempts to protect T'Challa.
Zzzax
[edit]ZZZXX
[edit]ZZZXX, also known as ZZXZ, is a symbiote appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character, created by Christopher Yost and Dustin Weaver, first appeared in X-Men: Kingbreaker #2 (March 2009). ZZZXX is a mutant symbiote which feeds on a host's brains.[43] It was discovered years prior by Shi'ar, and experimented and tamed by Emperor D'Ken. Classified as a dangerous criminal of the Shi'ar Empire, ZZZXX serves in Vulcan's Imperial Guard while having bonded to an unnamed soldier to fight with the Starjammers.[44]
References
[edit]- ^ Ghost Rider: Danny Ketch #1 (December 2008)
- ^ Ghost Rider (vol. 6) #32 (April 2009)
- ^ Ghost Riders: Heaven's on Fire #1–6 (October 2009 - April 2010)
- ^ Ghost Racers #1 - 4 (August - November 2015)
- ^ Astonishing Tales #3 (December 1970)
- ^ Uncanny X-Men #275 (February 1991)
- ^ Meenan, Devin (February 20, 2025). "Marvel's Rogue: The Savage Land Features The X-Men Going Full Jurassic World [Exclusive Preview]". SlashFilm. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ^ "TV REVIEW: X-Men (3.12) – Savage Land, Savage Heart – Part One". Geeksbury. September 18, 2024. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ^ "Princess Zanda Voice - Avengers Assemble (TV Show)". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved September 23, 2024. A green check mark indicates that a role has been confirmed using a screenshot (or collage of screenshots) of a title's list of voice actors and their respective characters found in its credits or other reliable sources of information.
- ^ Rovin, Jeff (1987). The Encyclopedia of Super-Villains. New York: Facts on File. p. 369. ISBN 0-8160-1356-X.
- ^ Ghost Rider #23 (April 1977)
- ^ New Warriors #8-9 (February–March 1990)
- ^ Thunderbolts #24-25 (March–April 1999)
- ^ Magneto Rex #1-3 (May - July 1999)
- ^ "Zealot Voice - X-Men Legends 2: Rise of Apocalypse (Video Game)". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved September 23, 2024. A green check mark indicates that a role has been confirmed using a screenshot (or collage of screenshots) of a title's list of voice actors and their respective characters found in its credits or other reliable sources of information.
- ^ Deadpool (vol. 5) #36 (December 2014)
- ^ Deadpool (vol. 6) #6 (March 2016)
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- ^ a b Spurrier, Simon (w), Bazaldua, Jan (a), Blee, Federico (col), Cowles, Clayton (let), Okoye, Anita, Brunstad, Sarah, White, Jordan D. (ed). "Do What Thou Wilt" Legion of X, vol. 1, no. 1 (June 2022). Marvel Comics.
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Z'Cann
Z'Cann is a mutant Skrull, a member of the shape-shifting alien race, who possesses powerful telepathic abilities and serves as the leader of Cadre K, a team of mutant Skrulls trained by Charles Xavier as Earth's defenders.[6] She first appeared in the one-shot comic Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet #1 (October 2000), written by Kurt Busiek with art by Jerry Ordway, as part of the "Maximum Security" crossover event where various alien races were exiled to Earth by intergalactic powers including the Shi'ar Empire.[7] In her debut storyline, Z'Cann and her fellow Cadre K members—Fiz, Goroth, Nuro, R'Tee, and Spunje—emerge as young Skrull mutants who had been genetically altered by Apocalypse to serve as warriors but instead choose to protect Earth from threats like the cosmic entity Ego the Living Planet.[6] Betraying Apocalypse's faction, Z'Cann sides with the X-Men, using her telepathy to aid in battles against alien invaders dumped on Earth, though the group is ultimately captured by the Shi'ar Imperial Guard for violating galactic quarantine protocols.[7] Later, freed and recruited by Xavier, Cadre K integrates with the X-Men, with Z'Cann playing a key role in defending against Skrull purifiers seeking to eliminate "impure" mutants within their race. Her loyalty to Earth leads to significant personal sacrifice, including an encounter in X-Men (vol. 2) #107 (January 2001), where she allows Rogue to absorb her powers to rescue captured allies, temporarily destabilizing Rogue's own abilities and granting her green-skinned, winged Skrull traits.[8][9] Z'Cann's powers stem from her status as a K-class deviant Skrull mutant, combining innate Skrull physiology with enhanced psionic talents. Her primary ability is telepathy, enabling her to read minds, transmit thoughts over distances, manipulate brain functions for mind control or illusions, and even channel collective psychic energy from groups to amplify her attacks.[6] As a Skrull, she also possesses natural shape-shifting, allowing her to mimic human or alien forms, though her mutant nature makes her telepathy her dominant power, positioning her as one of the most potent young psychics in the Marvel Universe. She has demonstrated psychic shields for defense and the capacity to interface with technology or heal allies through mental projection, though these feats are situational and tied to her leadership role in Cadre K.[9] Z'Cann has made subsequent appearances in X-Men related titles, including Uncanny X-Men and New X-Men, but she remains a supporting character focused on interstellar Skrull conflicts.[8] In other media, Z'Cann has no major adaptations, with only passing references in animated X-Men series tie-ins that allude to Skrull mutant allies without direct depiction.[6]Zabu
Zabu is a fictional saber-toothed tiger, a member of the prehistoric Smilodon species, who serves as the loyal companion and protector to Ka-Zar in Marvel Comics.[10] He first appeared in The X-Men #10 (January 1965), created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, marking the Silver Age debut of both Zabu and Ka-Zar alongside the X-Men in the Savage Land. Although Ka-Zar originated in the 1939 Marvel Comics #1, Zabu was introduced as his devoted ally in this 1960s revival, establishing him as an intelligent prehistoric beast surviving in the hidden Antarctic jungle known as the Savage Land. In his backstory, Zabu was orphaned as a cub by attacks from the Man-Ape tribe and raised by wolves before encountering the young Kevin Plunder, who would become Ka-Zar.[10] Zabu rescued Plunder from the Man-Apes, forging a lifelong bond as they grew up together in the Savage Land, with Zabu acting as both guardian and surrogate family member.[11] As Ka-Zar's constant partner, Zabu has defended the Savage Land from numerous threats, including battles against the villainous Sauron, a pterodactyl-like mutant who drained life forces in X-Men #115-116 (1978), and Garokk, the ancient Petrified Man embodying the land's spirit, in X-Men #114 (1978). Their adventures often involve protecting the prehistoric ecosystem from invaders like the Plunderer and Skrulls, as seen in various Ka-Zar titles.[10] Zabu possesses enhanced physical attributes beyond a typical Smilodon, including superhuman strength capable of overpowering large dinosaurs, exceptional speed for short bursts, and razor-sharp claws and saber-like fangs for lethal combat.[10] His heightened senses make him an unparalleled tracker, while his animal instincts provide intuitive combat prowess that synergizes with Ka-Zar's human skills.[10] Though not sapient, Zabu demonstrates above-average intelligence for a prehistoric predator, understanding complex commands and showing unwavering loyalty.[10] Zabu has participated in major Marvel events, such as aiding the Avengers against the Cotati invasion in Avengers (Vol. 8) #43 (2021), where he helped repel the plant-based aliens alongside Ka-Zar. He also joined explorations of hidden worlds beneath the Savage Land, including restorations led by the High Evolutionary, and protected Ka-Zar's son Matthew from threats like the mercenary Gregor.[10] While not central to the core Avengers vs. X-Men (2012) event, Zabu appeared in related Savage Land tie-ins, reinforcing his role as a defender during the Phoenix Force conflict.[12] In other media, Zabu has appeared in animated series such as X-Men: The Animated Series (Season 1, Episode 10, 1993), where he assists Ka-Zar and Wolverine against Sauron, and the 1981 Spider-Man cartoon (Season 1, Episode 14).[13] He features in video games including a cameo in Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds (2011) and playable roles in Marvel: Avengers Alliance (2012) and LEGO Marvel Super Heroes (2013), often as Ka-Zar's summonable ally. More recently, Zabu was introduced as a card in the digital game Marvel Snap (2023), emphasizing his cost-reduction ability in Savage Land-themed decks.[14]Zadkiel
Zadkiel is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, primarily as an antagonist to the Ghost Rider family of characters. Created by writer Jason Aaron and artist Roland Boschi, Zadkiel debuted as a rogue archangel tasked with overseeing the Spirits of Vengeance, the demonic entities that bond with human hosts to create Ghost Riders. Initially portrayed as the Angel of Mercy and Freedom, Zadkiel's character arc reveals his growing ambition and betrayal of heavenly orders, leading him to manipulate and hunt Ghost Riders to consolidate power for a rebellion against Heaven.[15][16] Throughout his history, Zadkiel operates by possessing human hosts, using them as vessels to pursue his goals on Earth while directing his angelic forces from the shadows. He first intervenes in the affairs of modern Ghost Riders by influencing Danny Ketch, convincing him that the Spirit of Vengeance within him is a curse driving him to madness, which prompts Ketch to hunt other Riders under Zadkiel's subtle control. This manipulation escalates into a full-scale conflict as Zadkiel absorbs the powers of slain Ghost Riders to breach Heaven's gates, positioning himself as a central villain in the 2009 "Heaven's On Fire" storyline. In this arc, Zadkiel launches a war against the Ghost Riders, allying temporarily with figures like Johnny Blaze before revealing his true intent to rewrite biblical prophecy by assassinating a child prophesied to usher in the end times, thereby averting the Apocalypse on his terms and claiming divine authority.[15][17][18] As a former archangel, Zadkiel exhibits immortality, rendering him ageless and highly resistant to injury, along with superhuman strength, durability, and reflexes sufficient to battle multiple empowered beings simultaneously. He possesses large angelic wings that enable high-speed flight and levitation, and he wields hellfire manipulation for offensive blasts, barriers, and environmental destruction. A key ability is his capacity for spirit possession, allowing him to inhabit and empower human bodies, granting hosts enhanced physical attributes, mystical senses, and temporary access to Vengeance Spirit powers while concealing his presence. Zadkiel also demonstrates strategic omniscience derived from his heavenly oversight role, enabling him to predict and counter the actions of his enemies, including limited control over the bonding process of Spirits of Vengeance like Zarathos to human hosts.[16] Zadkiel's major events underscore his role as a celestial betrayer, beginning with his ancient alliance and subsequent double-cross of Lucifer, which led to his fall from grace and exile from Heaven. In contemporary narratives, he orchestrates a purge of Earth's Ghost Riders to harvest their power, forming the Black Host—an army of rogue angels—to enforce his will and storm the pearly gates. His attempt to usurp Heaven's throne during the "Heaven's On Fire" conflict results in a climactic battle where he briefly rules paradise before being overthrown by a coalition of Ghost Riders, including Johnny Blaze and Danny Ketch, who exploit his overreliance on stolen Vengeance powers to banish him. This defeat reaffirms Zadkiel's status as a recurring threat driven by a twisted sense of benevolence, viewing his actions as necessary to "protect" creation from divine flaws.[17][18][19]Zaladane
Zaladane, also known as Zala Dane, is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She first appeared in Astonishing Tales #3 (December 1970), created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Neal Adams, as the high priestess of the Sun People tribe in the Savage Land, a hidden prehistoric jungle in Antarctica. Initially depicted as a sorceress with mystical abilities tied to the Savage Land's ancient energies, Zaladane served as a rival to Ka-Zar, the jungle's protector, and allied with the ancient entity Garokk, the Petrified Man, in schemes to dominate the region. Over time, Zaladane's ambitions expanded, leading her to seek greater power through forbidden rituals and alliances. In a pivotal storyline, she claimed to be the half-sister of the mutant Lorna Dane (Polaris) and used technology derived from the High Evolutionary to siphon Polaris's magnetic manipulation abilities, granting herself formidable magnetokinetic powers while leaving Polaris depowered.[20] This act fueled her conquest of the Savage Land, where she erected energy-amplifying towers to harness Earth's magnetic fields on a global scale, clashing with the X-Men, Magneto, and Ka-Zar. Her leadership skills and ruthless tactics allowed her to command the Savage Land Mutates, artificially enhanced beings, in battles against intruders, including conflicts with the High Evolutionary himself during his experiments in the region.[21] Zaladane's powers primarily consisted of magnetokinesis, absorbed from Polaris, enabling her to manipulate magnetic fields for flight, energy projection in the form of blasts and force fields, and disruption of metallic objects or electromagnetic spectra.[20] She retained residual sorcery from her priestess role, allowing limited nature magic and energy manipulation, complemented by her strategic intellect and combat prowess honed in the Savage Land's harsh environment. These abilities made her a direct rival to Magneto, whose own magnetic mastery she coveted. In major events, Zaladane's bid for supremacy culminated in a confrontation where she attempted to drain Polaris's life force entirely, but Magneto intervened, restoring his full powers and killing Zaladane by reversing her blood flow through magnetic control in Uncanny X-Men #275 (February 1991). Her death marked a turning point for Magneto, straining his alliances with the X-Men, and briefly referenced Polaris as a potential familial link, though unconfirmed beyond Zaladane's claims. Zaladane later returned in the five-issue limited series Rogue: The Savage Land (2025), written by Tim Seeley with art by Zulema Lavina, where she is resurrected and serves as the main antagonist. In this story, Zaladane unleashes a zombie army and plots to plunge the Savage Land into a second Ice Age using ancient magics, forcing a powerless Rogue and Magneto to team up to stop her schemes.[22][23] Zaladane appears in other media, notably in the X-Men: The Animated Series episodes "Savage Land, Savage Heart: Part 1" and "Part 2" (1994), voiced by Ellen-Ray Hennessy, where she collaborates with Garokk and manipulates Storm to unleash primal forces in the Savage Land.Zapper
Zapper is a minor supervillain in Marvel Comics, debuting as a street-level criminal equipped with technological gauntlets capable of emitting powerful energy blasts.[24] He was introduced during a period of escalating gang warfare in New York City, where he served as hired muscle for the crime lord Mr. Negative.[24] In his primary role, Zapper participated in Mr. Negative's operations to expand influence over the city's underworld, clashing directly with Spider-Man amid the chaos of the "New Ways to Die" storyline. During one key confrontation, Zapper unleashed energy barrages from his gauntlets against Spider-Man and the newly emerged Anti-Venom (Eddie Brock), but was swiftly defeated and subdued. His involvement highlighted the tactical use of low-level enhanced operatives by major villains like Mr. Negative, though Zapper's appearance was limited to this event, with no significant follow-up roles in subsequent publications.[24] Zapper's abilities stem entirely from his custom-engineered gauntlets, which allow for directed energy projection in the form of concussive blasts or focused beams, effective against standard human targets and capable of staggering superhuman foes at close range. The gauntlets also provide minor enhanced durability to the wearer, protecting against recoil and light impacts during combat, though they offer no protection against advanced superhuman strength or agility.[24] As a baseline human without inherent powers, Zapper relies on ambush tactics and his employer's resources, making him a typical example of a tech-augmented thug in Spider-Man's rogues' gallery. Zapper has not appeared in other media adaptations of Marvel properties.Zaran
Zaran, also known as Maximillian Zaran, is a fictional character and supervillain in Marvel Comics, portrayed as a ruthless mercenary and assassin specializing in melee combat. A British national with expertise in ninjutsu, Zaran operates as a weapons master for hire, clashing with heroes through his affiliations with various criminal organizations. He debuted in Master of Kung Fu #77 (June 1979), created by writer Doug Moench and artist Mike Zeck, where he engaged in a high-stakes duel against Shang-Chi amid a plot involving Fu Manchu's schemes.[25] Zaran's career as a freelancer began after leaving MI6 service, leading him to take on dangerous assignments worldwide. In Captain America #265 (January 1982), he allied with Batroc the Leaper and Machete as part of Batroc's Brigade, ambushing Captain America during a covert operation and showcasing his swordsmanship in a fierce confrontation.[26] He later joined the Serpent Society, a syndicate of snake-themed villains, in Captain America #310 (October 1985), participating in their structured mercenary operations against Captain America and his allies, including missions that tested the Society's hierarchical loyalty system. Zaran's role in the group highlighted his value as a close-quarters combatant during arcs exploring internal betrayals and high-profile heists.[27] Additional conflicts defined Zaran's path, such as his 2001 encounter with Wolverine in Wolverine #158 (January 2001), where he was contracted as a hunter to target the X-Man and his ward Amiko Kobayashi in Japan, employing stealth tactics and an array of blades before being overpowered.[28] Zaran's versatility as a villain extended to broader threats, including minor involvement in Infinity War tie-ins, where he supported cosmic-level incursions as part of opportunistic alliances. Zaran possesses peak human physical conditioning, allowing him to endure intense battles and maintain agility in combat. His abilities stem from rigorous training in ninjutsu and martial arts, making him a formidable hand-to-hand fighter. As a weapons expert, he excels with ancient and modern armaments, including katanas, nunchaku, shuriken, staffs, bows, and firearms, often integrating them seamlessly into assassination strategies. His stealth proficiency enables infiltration and ambush tactics, emphasizing precision over brute force. These skills were prominently displayed in his debut duel and subsequent mercenary exploits.[25][26] In other media, Zaran features as a boss enemy in the 1989 video game The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America in Dr. Doom's Revenge!, where players face him in a side-scrolling beat 'em up sequence involving dart throws and melee attacks as part of Doctor Doom's villain roster.[29] He briefly appeared in the animated series Wolverine and the X-Men (Earth-8096 continuity), assisting in skirmishes tied to larger threats.Zarek
Zarek is a fictional supervillain appearing in Marvel Comics. He serves as a high-ranking advisor and chancellor to Empress Lilandra of the Shi'ar Empire, harboring personal ambitions for greater power within the interstellar government.[30] A cunning Saturnyne political operative, Zarek first appeared in Uncanny X-Men vol. 1 #107 (October 1977), created by writer Chris Claremont and artist John Byrne.[30] Throughout his history, Zarek has repeatedly schemed to undermine Lilandra's rule, plotting multiple coups to install himself or sympathetic allies as emperor. He formed a key alliance with Deathbird, Lilandra's exiled sister, to orchestrate power grabs during periods of imperial instability. Zarek's intrigues extended to external threats, including manipulations during conflicts with the Brood alien race and tensions with the Kree Empire, where he sought to exploit divisions for Shi'ar advantage. His role in the "Dark Phoenix Saga" placed him on the periphery, advising Lilandra amid the galactic trial of Jean Grey, while he maneuvered behind the scenes during ensuing Shi'ar civil wars to advance his agenda. Zarek possesses no superhuman powers but relies on his genius-level intellect and mastery of political manipulation to navigate the complex hierarchies of the Shi'ar Empire.[30] A skilled diplomat and strategist, he excels in intrigue, forging alliances and betrayals to consolidate influence without direct confrontation. Zarek has not been portrayed in any film, television, or other media adaptations.Zarda
Zarda, better known by her superhero alias Power Princess, is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She is a super-strong Amazonian warrior hailing from a utopian alternate Earth designated as Earth-712, where she serves as a core member of the Squadron Supreme, a team of superheroes inspired by the Justice League of America.[31] Zarda's character embodies themes of heroism, moral complexity, and the tension between protection and authoritarianism, often exploring the ethical costs of superhuman intervention in society. Her roots trace back to the Squadron Supreme's debut in the early 1970s, though she was formally introduced later as part of the team's expanded roster. Zarda originates from Utopia Isle, home to the Utopians—an advanced genetic offshoot of humanity who evolved in isolation with enhanced physiology and a peaceful society. Sent by her people to the United States to study external cultures and prevent global threats, Zarda chose to remain on the mainland, adopting the identity of Power Princess to fight injustice alongside the Squadron Supreme. She forms a deep romantic bond with teammate Hyperion (civilian name Howard Shelton), becoming his common-law wife; the couple adopts a son named Marcus after failing to conceive due to Zarda's unique biology. In key historical arcs, Zarda grapples with leadership responsibilities within the Squadron, particularly during their controversial "Utopia Program," where the team seizes governmental control to enforce behavioral modifications aimed at eradicating crime, sparking intense moral dilemmas about sacrificing personal freedoms for collective safety—Zarda notably opposes the program's more extreme measures, highlighting her commitment to ethical heroism. Her ties to Hyperion extend through shared battles and personal losses, including team tragedies that test their partnership.[31] Power Princess possesses superhuman physical abilities derived from her Utopian heritage, including immense strength capable of lifting over 100 tons, superhuman speed and agility allowing her to move at supersonic velocities, near-invulnerability to physical harm, flight, and an accelerated healing factor that grants her virtual immortality barring catastrophic injury. She is also a master combatant, proficient in hand-to-hand fighting and ancient weaponry from her Amazonian training, making her one of the Squadron's most formidable frontline warriors. These powers enable her to lead assaults against supervillains and cosmic threats, often positioning her as the team's moral compass in high-stakes conflicts.[31] Major events in Zarda's storyline include the Squadron Supreme's self-titled 12-issue limited series (September 1985–August 1986), where she navigates the fallout of the Utopia Program's implementation and the team's internal divisions, culminating in sacrifices that reshape Earth-712's society. She has participated in numerous Avengers crossovers, such as the team's initial clash with Earth's Mightiest Heroes in Avengers #69–70 (October–November 1971), where the Squadron is transported to the main Marvel Universe (Earth-616), and later integrations like the Exiles series, where surviving members including Zarda aid multiversal heroes against incursions. A recent highlight is her role in the Squadron Supreme (2023) #1 miniseries, reviving the team's adventures with fresh moral quandaries amid interdimensional threats. In other media, Zarda's archetype as a powerful, sword-wielding Amazonian heroine inspired the creation of Warrior Woman in the Amalgam Comics imprint, a crossover fusion of Power Princess with DC's Wonder Woman, debuting in DC vs. Marvel #1 (April 1996).Zarin
Zarin is a member of the Eternals, an immortal offshoot of humanity created by the Celestials in Marvel Comics. As a Polar Eternal from Polaria in Siberia, he served as a military leader and skilled pilot within his faction.[32] Zarin first appeared in Eternals #11 (January 1977), created by writer and artist Jack Kirby.[33] In his debut story, he was introduced alongside other Eternals during internal conflicts and the pursuit of the Uni-Mind, a collective consciousness formed by the race. Zarin aided Valkin, the leader of the Polar Eternals, in efforts to reunite the scattered Eternals and locate the Uni-Mind after it departed Earth. He joined a group of Eternals who traveled into space for this quest.[33] During the interstellar journey, Zarin was killed when the Kree attacked the Eternals' ship, highlighting the dangers faced by the race in their cosmic endeavors. His role was brief but contributed to the broader narrative of Eternal unity and external threats in Jack Kirby's original Eternals series. Like all Eternals, Zarin possessed superhuman strength, durability, speed, and longevity, along with psionic abilities such as flight, telepathy, illusion casting, and limited matter manipulation for creating portals or transmuting objects. These powers stem from their genetic engineering to harness cosmic energy.[34] He had no notable appearances in other media.Princess Zanda
Princess Zanda is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, depicted as the ruthless queen of the fictional African nation of Narobia and a member of the Collectors, a cabal of artifact hoarders.[35] She debuted as an adversary to Black Panther (T'Challa), employing mercenaries and advanced technology in her schemes to acquire powerful relics, often clashing with the hero over items of immense value.[36] The character was created by Jack Kirby and first appeared in Black Panther vol. 1 #1 (January 1977).[37] In her introductory story, Princess Zanda ambushes Black Panther and the inventor Abner Little with her private army to seize one of the Brass Frogs, ancient mystical artifacts capable of enabling time travel and sought by the Collectors for their unparalleled worth.[36] Her pursuit escalates into direct attempts to eliminate Black Panther, whom she views as an obstacle, utilizing her nation's resources and hired operatives to outmaneuver him across global locales.[38] Despite initial hostility, Zanda forms a tenuous alliance with Black Panther and Little to recover the artifacts from the monstrous Hatch-22, a prehistoric guardian, though her self-serving motives lead to betrayal and further conflict.[39] Princess Zanda possesses no superhuman powers but excels as an expert markswoman proficient with firearms and demonstrates considerable skill in piloting advanced aircraft.[40] As Narobia's monarch, she is a strategic genius in political and military maneuvering, commanding loyalty from elite royal guards and accessing cutting-edge weaponry and mercenary forces to execute her ambitions.[41] Her knowledge of rare artifacts enhances her ability to identify and exploit opportunities for power consolidation.[35] Key events in Zanda's history include her central role in the "King Solomon's Frogs" storyline during Jack Kirby's Black Panther run (1977-1978), where her quest for the time-manipulating relics drives a globe-spanning adventure marked by resource rivalries and high-stakes confrontations.[36] She reemerges in later arcs, such as Black Panther vol. 3 #16 (2001), exiled but still harboring an obsessive fixation on T'Challa amid broader threats to Wakanda, underscoring her persistent antagonism in resource-driven conflicts.[42] In other media, Princess Zanda appears in the animated series Marvel's Avengers: Black Panther's Quest (2017-2018), portrayed as a shape-shifting member of the Shadow Council who infiltrates Wakanda to steal ancient technology, voiced by Mela Lee.[43]Peter Van Zante
Peter Van Zante is a supervillain in Marvel Comics, primarily known by his code names Water Wizard and Aqueduct. A former soldier wounded during the Vietnam War, van Zante was airlifted to a hospital ship where an experimental life-support device kept him alive amid a storm. A lightning strike during the tempest interacted with the device, granting him psychokinetic powers over liquids.[44] As the Water Wizard, van Zante debuted as a criminal operative on the West Coast, using his abilities to battle Ghost Rider and target oil companies in acts of ecological sabotage. He later adopted the alias Aqueduct to symbolize humanity's disregard for environmental balance and joined Force of Nature, a superhuman eco-terrorist group assembled by Project: Earth. In this role, he clashed with the New Warriors and other heroes while pursuing radical environmental agendas. Van Zante's career also involved stints with the Masters of Evil, where he participated in schemes like blackmailing industrialists, and brief alliances with figures such as Justin Hammer. During the Superhuman Civil War, he registered under the Superhuman Registration Act and faced attacks from the vigilante group Scourge, ultimately surrendering to Captain America for protection.[44] Van Zante possesses the ability to mentally manipulate and shape liquids within a range of approximately 500 feet, forming them into solid constructs like weapons or monstrous forms. He can control water, oil, and other fluids with precision, stacking molecules to create durable structures or animate them for combat. His powers stem from the psychokinetic surge caused by the lightning and experimental device, making him a versatile threat in battles involving environmental elements. Additionally, his military background provides tactical knowledge, though he relies primarily on his hydrokinetic prowess rather than conventional weaponry or acrobatics.[44] Key appearances include his involvement in the Force of Nature's assaults on corporate targets and the Masters of Evil's high-profile operations against the Avengers and Thunderbolts. Van Zante has recurrently opposed Captain America, particularly during the Scourge killings and Civil War-era conflicts, highlighting his role as a recurring antagonist in broader superhero narratives.[44]Starting with Ze and Zh
Zealot
Zealot, whose real name is Lady Zannah, is a fictional superheroine and ancient alien warrior from the Kherubim race originating on the planet Khera. She serves as the leader of the Coda, a clan of elite assassins, and is a key member of the WildC.A.T.s team dedicated to combating the Daemonite threat on Earth. Created by writer Brandon Choi and artist Jim Lee, she first appeared in WildC.A.T.s #1 (August 1992).[45] Stranded on Earth after a interstellar war between the Kherubim and Daemonites thousands of years ago, Zealot has lived through multiple historical eras, including influencing events like the Trojan War to establish the Coda on the planet. Her immortality and warrior heritage make her a formidable leader in the ongoing battle against Daemonite infiltration. In Marvel Comics, Zealot's appearances are limited to intercompany crossovers, where she integrates into team-ups with Marvel heroes; notably, in the 1997-1998 WildC.A.T.s/X-Men miniseries, she briefly enters the Marvel Universe to ally against shared extraterrestrial enemies.[45][46] Zealot possesses superhuman strength, allowing her to lift up to two tons, enhanced durability that enables her to survive small arms fire and severe injuries, and a rapid regenerative healing factor characteristic of the Kherubim physiology. She demonstrates superhuman agility and reflexes honed over millennia of combat training. As a master swordswoman and melee expert, she wields bladed weapons with unparalleled precision, supplemented by proficiency in hand-to-hand fighting and marksmanship; she occasionally employs limited dark magic for energy projection, protective shields, and short-range teleportation, though she prefers traditional warrior skills.[45] Key events featuring Zealot include her role in the WildC.A.T.s/Aliens one-shot (1998), where she battles Xenomorphs alongside her team, mistaking them initially for Daemonites during a planetary defense operation. In Marvel crossovers, she prominently features in WildC.A.T.s/X-Men: The Golden Age (1997), partnering with Wolverine to thwart a Daemonite-Nazi alliance in World War II-era Europe, and in WildC.A.T.s/X-Men: The Silver Age (1997), aiding the X-Men and S.H.I.E.L.D. against a joint Daemonite-Brood invasion threatening Earth. These encounters highlight her tactical leadership in repelling large-scale alien incursions.[47][48] In other media, Zealot appears in the animated series Wild C.A.T.s (1994-1995), portrayed as a fierce warrior and romantic interest to Grifter, with her violent tendencies toned down for the family audience; she is voiced by Roscoe Handford.[49]Zeitgeist
Zeitgeist is a codename used by multiple characters in Marvel Comics, most prominently a fame-obsessed mutant leader of the celebrity-oriented superhero team X-Force, which later rebranded as X-Statix. The identity has been adopted by at least three distinct individuals across different storylines, each employing disguises or guises involving acid-vomiting capabilities or shapeshifting elements to fit team dynamics or personal agendas, though the core X-Force version emphasizes mutant powers for offensive purposes. These characters joined X-Force primarily for publicity and media attention, often meeting fatal ends during high-stakes missions that underscored the team's volatile, death-prone nature. His legacy continues in later X-Statix revivals, such as X-Force vol. 6 (2020).[50][51][52] The primary Zeitgeist in X-Force is Axel Cluney, a mutant whose first appearance occurred in X-Force vol. 1 #116 (July 2001), where he debuted as the team's field leader under the guidance of the enigmatic Coach. Cluney manifested his powers at age 14 during a drunken encounter, accidentally vomiting corrosive acid that scarred a companion, leading to lifelong trauma and a desire for redemption through superhero fame. He led the team through publicity-driven operations, dating teammate U-Go Girl for added media buzz, but perished in an apparent helicopter ambush by the anti-mutant group the Hooded Haunt; however, Doop secretly revived him using an alien serum and healing technology. Cluney later resurfaced to form the X-Cellent, a manipulative squad of traumatized mutants aimed at exploiting resurrection tech and personal vendettas, including kidnapping U-Go Girl's daughter. His arc highlights the satirical take on celebrity culture within X-Force, culminating in repeated "deaths" that blurred lines between heroism and exploitation.[51][53][54] Axor, an alien entity adopting the Zeitgeist guise, briefly infiltrated X-Force narratives as a shapeshifting operative, using the acid-vomiting mutant persona to blend into team missions before his extraterrestrial origins were exposed during a fame-chasing operation in England. This version ties into broader interdimensional threats, allying temporarily with X-Force before perishing in a chaotic battle that claimed several teammates. Larry Ekler, a civilian operative given the Zeitgeist alias, employed shapeshifting tech to mimic the acid-spit ability, integrating into X-Force's ranks for covert ops but ultimately falling in combat, exemplifying the disposable nature of the team's celebrity recruits. A related variant appears in the Special Executive, an English-based mercenary group, where an alien Zeitgeist with phasing abilities assisted in recruiting efforts for multiversal figures like Captain Britain, echoing the fame-seeking motif without direct X-Force ties.[55])[56] The acid-spitting power, central to the X-Force guises, allows Zeitgeist to project a gelatinous, energized ooze capable of dissolving solid matter, serving as a primary offensive tool in close-quarters combat; this is augmented by shapeshifting disguises for infiltration, though control issues necessitate a protective mouthpiece. Enhanced durability permits survival in explosive environments, aligning with the team's high-risk, media-spectacle battles. These abilities were pivotal in missions against groups like the Hooded Haunt, where the ooze proved effective against armored foes.[54][57][58] Key events for the X-Force iterations include the team's restructuring into X-Statix, marked by cascading deaths from publicity stunts and villain attacks, satirizing superhero mortality. During the "Necrosha" crossover (2009-2010), echoes of these fatalities resurfaced as Selene resurrected dead mutants, amplifying themes of undead vengeance and tying into X-Statix's legacy of fatal glamour without direct Zeitgeist involvement. The Special Executive version participated in multiversal recruitment ops, clashing with Captain Britain in England-based adventures. No significant adaptations exist beyond the Axel Cluney-inspired portrayal in the 2018 film Deadpool 2, where Zeitgeist (played by Bill Skarsgård) joins a ragtag X-Force for a rescue mission, retaining the acid-vomit power but dying early in a comedic skewering.[59][60][55]Heinrich Zemo
Heinrich Zemo, the original Baron Zemo, was a Nazi scientist and military leader during World War II, renowned for his ruthless pursuit of Axis victories through advanced weaponry and sabotage operations.[61] As the 12th in his family's line of German barons, he aligned early with the Nazi regime, rising to become one of their top agents tasked with developing experimental technologies like the super-adhesive known as Adhesive X.[61] His conflicts with Allied forces, particularly Captain America and the Howling Commandos, began in earnest when they disrupted his mission to steal an experimental drone plane in England, leading to repeated clashes across Europe.[61] During the war, Zemo's innovations included a powerful death ray and other destructive devices, but a pivotal incident occurred when Captain America shattered a vat of Adhesive X, causing the substance to permanently bond Zemo's hooded mask to his face and fueling his obsessive hatred for the hero.[61] After Germany's defeat, Zemo fled to South America, where he continued his villainy in exile, eventually forming the Masters of Evil in 1964 to target the revived Captain America and the newly formed Avengers.[62] This group, his first post-war assembly of villains including the Melter, Black Knight, and Radioactive Man, aimed to dismantle the Avengers but was ultimately defeated.[62] Zemo's wartime activities also intersected with the nascent origins of the Secret Empire, as his Nazi operations and alliances with figures like the Red Skull contributed to the shadowy networks that later evolved into that organization.[61] Zemo's final confrontation came in his South American fortress, where, blinded momentarily by sunlight reflecting off Captain America's shield, he fired his death ray erratically, triggering an avalanche that buried him alive.[63] He was the father of Helmut Zemo, who would later inherit the baronial title and mantle of vengeance against Captain America.[63] Powers and abilitiesHeinrich Zemo possessed no superhuman powers but was a genius-level intellect with expertise in chemistry, physics, and engineering, enabling him to invent weapons like Adhesive X—a nearly indestructible bonding agent—and a handheld death ray capable of immense destruction.[61] He was a master tactician and strategist, skilled in leading military operations and assembling villainous teams.[61] Additionally, Zemo was proficient in swordsmanship, a traditional skill honed through his noble upbringing, and he maintained peak human physical conditioning through rigorous training.[61] In other media, Heinrich Zemo has appeared in animated adaptations, including as a HYDRA leader and antagonist in Avengers Assemble (2016), where he is resurrected by his son Helmut to battle the Avengers in the episode "The House of Zemo."[64] He also features in flashbacks in Ultimate Spider-Man (2013), depicted as a Nazi scientist opposing Captain America during World War II.[64]
