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Who Is Hulkling? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Hulkling (Marvel): Teddy is a half-Kree, half-Skrull alien raised as a human. He took the name Hulkling when he joined the Young Avengers and commands the newly formed K

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Hulkling is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Dorrek VIII, with over 564 comic issue appearances. Teddy is a half-Kree, half-Skrull alien raised as a human. He took the name Hulkling when he joined the Young Avengers and commands the newly formed Kree/Skrull Alliance.

Who is Hulkling?

Origin Teddy was raised by his single mother who really was a Skrull posing as a human who he believed to be his mother. Teddy did not know the true source of his power and assumed he was a mutant . He had hidden his powers afraid of the backlash that comes with being a mutant, that is until he met Greg Norris who was the class president and captain of the basketball team. Teddy soon confided in him about his power and to his shock Norris was not upset. Greg, used his friend's powers to pull cons and pranks using Teddy's powers to shape shift into popular figures. After hearing of the break-up of the Avengers , Teddy was shocked. Greg used him to go into the wreckage of the Avengers Mansion . Teddy was in awe of the place and respected it, while Greg just wanted to use Teddy to loot the place.

Key facts

Hulkling is of alien origin and first appeared in "Sidekicks Part One". The character is published by Marvel. With 564 recorded issue appearances, Hulkling ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Hulkling?

Teddy is a half-Kree, half-Skrull alien raised as a human. He took the name Hulkling when he joined the Young Avengers and commands the newly formed Kree/Skrull Alliance.

What is Hulkling's real name?

Hulkling's real identity is Dorrek VIII.

When did Hulkling first appear?

Hulkling first appeared in "Sidekicks Part One".

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