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Who Is Highnote? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Highnote (Marvel): Raoul Hernández was a saloon dancer and musician from 19th century Colombia.

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Highnote is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Raoul Hernández, with over 16 comic issue appearances. Raoul Hernández was a saloon dancer and musician from 19th century Colombia.

Who is Highnote?

Creation Highnote is a Marvel comic book character. Created by Mark Gruenwald, Ralph Macchio, Keith Pollard and Gene Day he first appears in Thor #300 released in 1980. Many of the details of the character are first introduced in Spectacular Spider-Man #8 released in 1998. The character would also receive substantial development in the Marvel Comics Presents series. Character Evolution Highnote is a member of the Young Gods, alongside many others such as Bright Sword, Caduceus, Calculus, Daydreamer, Genii, Harvest, Highnote, Mindsinger, Sea Witch, Splice, Varua. The twelve share many similarities. He also became romantically involved with Sea Witch and the two fellow Young God's became lovers. All twelve were ordinary humans chosen by the Goddesses of Earths pantheons under the direction of the Elder Goddess Gaea.

Key facts

Highnote is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "Twilight of the Gods!". The character is published by Marvel. With 16 recorded issue appearances, Highnote ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Highnote?

Raoul Hernández was a saloon dancer and musician from 19th century Colombia.

What is Highnote's real name?

Highnote's real identity is Raoul Hernández.

When did Highnote first appear?

Highnote first appeared in "Twilight of the Gods!".

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