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Who Is Gideon? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Gideon (Marvel): Gideon was a member of the Externals, a unique type of immortal mutants, and often battled the X-Men and X-Force.

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Gideon is a Marvel comic book character, with over 233 comic issue appearances. Gideon was a member of the Externals, a unique type of immortal mutants, and often battled the X-Men and X-Force.

Who is Gideon?

Origin Before his mutant powers developed he was a sailor for the Spanish Armada of Christopher Columbus several hundred years ago. On one journey he succumbed to scurvy an was buried once the ship reached land. A few hours later he awakened as an immortal. Creation First drawn by Rob Liefeld and written by Fabian Nicieza . Major Story Arcs Though not shown directly, Gideon manipulates the events that led to the Kings of Pain story. He also was one of the businessmen trapped during the Sabotage cross-over. History Over several centuries, Gideon is able to amass a vast personal wealth. He also encounters and allies himself with the Externals , a group of like-minded and immortal mutants.

Key facts

Gideon is of mutant origin and first appeared in "The Beginning of the End Part One". The character is published by Marvel. With 233 recorded issue appearances, Gideon ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Gideon?

Gideon was a member of the Externals, a unique type of immortal mutants, and often battled the X-Men and X-Force.

When did Gideon first appear?

Gideon first appeared in "The Beginning of the End Part One".

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