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Who Is Fool? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Fool (Marvel): Fool of the Brethren

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Fool is a Marvel comic book character, with over 7 comic issue appearances. Fool of the Brethren

Who is Fool?

Origin The Celestials, creators of both the Eternals and the Deviants on Earth, later created the Brethren. The Brethren were formed not from humanoid forms like the previous creations, but instead from bacterial life from the planet Omega Climion Six. The Brethren were used as a weapon of Arishem the Judge, who would determine if a planets life forms were worthy. If Arishem found them unworthy, he would send the Brethren in to eradicate all life on the planet. For an unknown reason the Celestials eventually left the Brethren to wander the Universe, but they were eventually found and captured by the Collector. Thane Ector and his brother Fool On his 15th birthday he and his brother learned the truth of the Brethren's origins, and from that point, are the only two of their people to know the truth. One brother goes on to lead his people as Thane, while the other is driven mad by the Truth. The two brothers keep this information secret and it is passed to the Thane's sons when they turn 15.

Key facts

Fool is of alien origin and first appeared in "First Encounter". The character is published by Marvel. With 7 recorded issue appearances, Fool ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Fool?

Fool of the Brethren

When did Fool first appear?

Fool first appeared in "First Encounter".

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