Who Is Scalphunter? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Scalphunter is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of John Greycrow, with over 823 comic issue appearances. John Greycrow is a Native American mutant, as well as one of the oldest mutants alive as he has fought in wars since World War II when his powers are first known to have manifested themselves.

Who is Scalphunter?

Origin John Greycrow is a cybernetically augmented mutant whom fought during World War II for the United States, but was executed for scalping eight of his fellow officers. As he was blindfolded and tied to a stake to be slaughtered he spat on Nick Fury as his last words and for it almost got beaten. However, he was lucky and instead of being victim to Fury's wrath he was shot by the firing squad who believed him to be killed and so buried him. Yet, unbeknownst to the US Army, John survived thanks to his healing factor and was found and recruited by Nathaniel Essex - Mr. Sinister - while he emerged from the grave. Creation Greycrow was created by Chris Claremont , John Romita Jr and Bret Blevins in 1988 and first appeared in shadow in Uncanny X-Men # 210 . Greycrow's full appearance was in Uncanny X-Men # 211 . Major Story Arcs Mutant Massacre After being found by Sinister, Greycrow is caught off guard and asked how Sinister knew when he sees the man was waiting for him.

Key facts

Scalphunter is of mutant origin and first appeared in "The Morning After". The character is published by Marvel. With 823 recorded issue appearances, Scalphunter ranks among the most featured characters in comics.