Who Is Taurus (Lunt)? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Taurus (Lunt) is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Cornelius Van Lunt, with over 62 comic issue appearances. Member of The Zodiac

Who is Taurus (Lunt)?

Origin Cornelius Van Lunt was a New York businessman, who also revealed in some criminal activities. An ardent believer in astrology, van Lunt amassed a fortune under the guidance of his personal astrologer. Van Lunt formed and funded the original Zodiac Cartel. He took on the guise of Taurus. While he wore the Taurus costume, he often wielded a powerful weapon called the Star-Blazer. Van Lunt is thought dead after a confronting Moon Knight, but his body was never found. Creation Taurus was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Sal Buscema . He first appeared in the story "Did You Hear The One About Scorpio?" in 1970.

Key facts

Taurus (Lunt) is of human origin and first appeared in "Did You Hear the One About Scorpio?". The character is published by Marvel. With 62 recorded issue appearances, Taurus (Lunt) ranks among the most featured characters in comics.