Who Is Mink? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Mink is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Julie Steel, with over 15 comic issue appearances. Mink is a former cat burglar, and one of Nighthawk's enemies. Mink later joined Nighthawk's Redeemers to oppose the Squadron Supreme's takeover of America. She is an analogue of DC Comics' Catwoman.

Who is Mink?

Origin To catch a Mink Mink lives on a parallel Earth-712 which is the home dimension of the Squadron Supreme, the premiere band of superheroes of that dimension. Mink is a bored rich heiress who became a criminal for the excitement and to feel special. She developed her skills and identity as a cat burglar, her modus operandi being to steal the most valuable gems. It seems likely that many of her capers were comparable to those of the Golden Age and Silver Age versions of Catwoman, though with a different obsession. Mink's early history prior to the events of the Squadron Supreme maxiseries is not totally clear. As stated earlier, she went from heiress to cat burglar for kicks. She likely bought her gadgets using her wealth, and possibly paid someone to train her in martial arts. It was mentioned that she fought Nighthawk several times and was most likely part of his rogue's gallery.

Key facts

Mink is of human origin and first appeared in ""Information, Please...!" or .... When Destiny Calls!". The character is published by Marvel. With 15 recorded issue appearances, Mink ranks among the most featured characters in comics.