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Who Is Joe Smith? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Joe Smith (Marvel): A former boxer whom is friends with the Amazing Spider-man

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Joe Smith is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Joseph Smith, with over 21 comic issue appearances. A former boxer whom is friends with the Amazing Spider-man

Who is Joe Smith?

Joseph Smith is a trained boxer, wrestler and actor who was mutated by a chemical accident. He first appeared in "Amazing Spider-Man" vol. 1 #38 (July, 1966). When his powers are active, Joe demonstrates superhuman strength and durability, able to lift c. 10 tons (in Spider-Man's range strength-wise). He is an unexceptional combatant while calm but the resurfacing of his powers often leads in a violent rage, going into berserker rampages. His powers resurface at seemingly random intervals and then fade away. He has no control of the process.

Key facts

Joe Smith is of human origin and first appeared in "Just a Guy Named Joe!". The character is published by Marvel. With 21 recorded issue appearances, Joe Smith ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Joe Smith?

A former boxer whom is friends with the Amazing Spider-man

What is Joe Smith's real name?

Joe Smith's real identity is Joseph Smith.

When did Joe Smith first appear?

Joe Smith first appeared in "Just a Guy Named Joe!".

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