Who Is Doctor Faustus? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Doctor Faustus is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Johann Fennhoff, with over 150 comic issue appearances. Doctor Faustus is a villain mostly conspiring against Captain America. He deems himself "Master of Mens' Minds" for using psychological combat against his enemies.

Who is Doctor Faustus?

Origin Born in Vienna, he was a professional psychiatrist before becoming a criminal mastermind. His plots typically emotionally torture opponents, leaving them vulnerable or desperate. His signature move is having them effectively kill themselves when in this state of mind. In combats of witts he is usually a victor. However he suffered a humiliating defeat when trying to mentally influence Mr. Fantastic . Having his own mental breakdown upon his failure. Some of Faustus' notable events include: creating the villain know as Grand Director, involvement with the villain (at the time) Moonstone , and death of S.H.I.E.L.D .

Key facts

Doctor Faustus is of human origin and first appeared in "If the Past Be Not Dead". The character is published by Marvel. With 150 recorded issue appearances, Doctor Faustus ranks among the most featured characters in comics.