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Who Is Orb (Shannon)? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Orb (Shannon) (Marvel): After he was horribly disfigured, he soon took his anger out on the world.

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Orb (Shannon) is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Drake Shannon, with over 35 comic issue appearances. After he was horribly disfigured, he soon took his anger out on the world.

Who is Orb (Shannon)?

Origin The Orb first appeared in "Marvel Team-Up" vol. 1 #15 (November, 1973). According to his origin, Drake Shannon was an expert stunt motorcyclist. He and Craig " Crash" Simpson were co-owners of a stunt cycle show. Their partnership led to arguments concerning their approach to their stunts. Simpson grew to consider Shannon as too reckless. Shannon himself found Simpson too afraid to take chances. At last, they decided to part ways, but neither was willing to sell his share to his partner.

Key facts

Orb (Shannon) is of human origin and first appeared in "If An Eye Offend Thee...". The character is published by Marvel. With 35 recorded issue appearances, Orb (Shannon) ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Orb (Shannon)?

After he was horribly disfigured, he soon took his anger out on the world.

What is Orb (Shannon)'s real name?

Orb (Shannon)'s real identity is Drake Shannon.

When did Orb (Shannon) first appear?

Orb (Shannon) first appeared in "If An Eye Offend Thee...".

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