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Who Is Dinu? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Dinu (Marvel): Dinu is one of the Inhumans, disfigured during his transformation so that he has to wear a mask that covers his face.

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Dinu is a Marvel comic book character, with over 10 comic issue appearances. Dinu is one of the Inhumans, disfigured during his transformation so that he has to wear a mask that covers his face.

Who is Dinu?

Origin Dinu is a younger member of the Inhumans , and was a member of the same group of Inhuman children studying with Nahrees , Neifi , Woz , Tonaja , Kalikya , and Telv (although Telv would be held back leaving only the six to graduate that year). Together they would learn about Inhuman history and culture before the sacred ritual of Terrigenesis --a rite of passage for young Inhumans that will unlock his true genetic potential. Dinu was paired up with Nahrees during their studies. Despite Dinu being a particularly attractive child, Nahrees ignored his interests making Tonaja jealous of the pairing. The night before Terrignesis while Woz, Tonaja, and Kalikya spied on the cell of Maximus the mad, Black Bolt 's insane brother Nahrees, Neifi, and Dinu would play a trick on Lockjaw , jumping on him while he is sleeping and flicking his antenna to make him teleport them away. Dinu is part of the Royal Guard. When Dinu was exposed to the Terrigen Mists he is transformed into a being of great power. He has to be covered up immediately, as the Terrigenesis transformed his boyish good looks, disfiguring his face so much that simply looking upon his face could cause injury or even immediat.

Key facts

Dinu is of other origin and first appeared in "Genotypical". The character is published by Marvel. With 10 recorded issue appearances, Dinu ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Dinu?

Dinu is one of the Inhumans, disfigured during his transformation so that he has to wear a mask that covers his face.

When did Dinu first appear?

Dinu first appeared in "Genotypical".

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