- Alter Ego
- Wade Wilson
- First Appearance
- "New Mutants" #98, a comic book published by Marvel Comics in February 1991. The issue was written by Fabian Nicieza and illustrated by Rob Liefeld.
- Created By
- Fabian Nicieza and artist Rob Liefeld, with some input from editor Mark Gruenwald
- Movies
- Deadpool (2016), Deadpool 2 (2018), X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009), Once Upon a Deadpool (2018)
- Allies
- Cable, Domino, Weasel, Blind Al, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Spider-Man, and Wolverine.
- Enemies
- Ajax, T-Ray, Taskmaster, Sabretooth, Mr. Sinister, Doctor Killbrew, and Juggernaut.
- Description
- Deadpool is a unique superhero known for his unconventional personality and abilities. Born as Wade Wilson, he was a former Special Forces operative who became a mercenary after leaving the military. After being diagnosed with cancer, Wade was offered the chance to undergo an experimental procedure to cure his disease. However, the procedure left him severely disfigured and mentally unstable, giving him extraordinary regenerative powers but also causing him to suffer from severe mental health issues.
With his newfound abilities and an irreverent sense of humor, Deadpool embarked on a career as a mercenary and antihero. He is known for his fourth-wall-breaking antics and sarcastic humor, often addressing the reader or viewer directly and poking fun at traditional superhero tropes. Despite his irreverent attitude, Deadpool has a strong moral code and a desire to help those in need, even if it means breaking the rules.
Overall, Deadpool is a character who defies traditional superhero stereotypes and brings a unique and entertaining perspective to the world of comic books and movies. His combination of humor and heroism makes him a beloved figure among fans, and his popularity continues to grow with each new adaptation.
