Who Is Colossus? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Colossus is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Piotr Nikolaievitch Rasputin, with over 7,870 comic issue appearances. Piotr Rasputin is a Russian mutant who possesses the ability to transform his body into organic steel, giving him immense strength and durability. Colossus is among the physically strongest X-Men, and is a talented artist.

Who is Colossus?

Current Events Colossus is having issues controlling his powers, leaving his body only partly armored. He was recruited by Cable to join X-Force , which consists of Domino , Forge , and Dr. Nemesis . This newly formed team was at the site of a mass murder and is hinted at being responsible. They have also attacked the Avengers , resulting in rhetoric referring to them as would be terrorists. Origin Colossus origins Piotr Nicolaevich Rasputin grew up on his family's farm in Russia . Piotr, his older brother Mikhail Rasputin , and younger sister Illyana Rasputin were all mutants. Piotr's ability to transform his body into organic steel allowed him to work around the farm and help out neighbors with ease.

Key facts

Colossus is of mutant origin and first appeared in "Deadly Genesis!; Call Him...Cyclops; I, the Iceman; The Female of the Species!". The character is published by Marvel. With 7,870 recorded issue appearances, Colossus ranks among the most featured characters in comics.