Polemachus
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| − | Polemachus was a habitable world that was located in another universe in the [[Multiverse (Marvel)|Multiverse]]. (Avengers v1 #75) | + | Polemachus was a habitable world that was located in another universe in the [[Multiverse (Marvel)|Multiverse]]. It occupied the same space as [[Earth-616|Earth]] though was slightly out of phase so the two worlds were unaware of each other's existence. The only source of light on Polemachus was the glowing rings that encircled the planet. The people of the Realm of Polemachus developed a culture that glorified warfare, and Arkon succeeded in becoming the greatest warrior of his people. Appointed Imperion or ruler of the largest country on Polemachus, Arkon mounted military campaigns against neighboring countries in an effort to conquer the world. His dreams were forgotten when Polemachus was faced with a worldwide catastrophe in that the light-and-heat-providing planetary rings were disintegrating. Arkon's scientists determined that atomic explosions occurring on Earth somehow were extra-dimensionally translated to rekindle the energy rings for about a year. Although Polemachus had not developed nuclear weaponry, the scientists predicted that if they were to atomically annihilate the Earth, their world's energy-rings would be restored to power. (Avengers v1 #75) |
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| + | Toward this goal, Arkon manipulated the Scarlet Witch into reciting a magical spell found in a Polemachian book to enable Arkon to transport himself to Earth. Attracted to the Scarlet Witch and intending to marry her, Arkon kidnapped her, as well as Toad, and a group of atomic scientists. (Avengers v1 #75) | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
*Polemachus was created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema where it made its first appearance in Avengers v1 #75 (April, 1970). | *Polemachus was created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema where it made its first appearance in Avengers v1 #75 (April, 1970). | ||
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| + | ==Alternate Versions== | ||
| + | *In JLA/Avengers v1 #1 (2003), Polemachus appeared in the setting of the crossover story between Marvel Comics and [[DC Comics]]. | ||
==In other media== | ==In other media== | ||
Revision as of 12:00, 27 July 2022
Polemachus is a planet that features in Marvel Comics.
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History
Polemachus was a habitable world that was located in another universe in the Multiverse. It occupied the same space as Earth though was slightly out of phase so the two worlds were unaware of each other's existence. The only source of light on Polemachus was the glowing rings that encircled the planet. The people of the Realm of Polemachus developed a culture that glorified warfare, and Arkon succeeded in becoming the greatest warrior of his people. Appointed Imperion or ruler of the largest country on Polemachus, Arkon mounted military campaigns against neighboring countries in an effort to conquer the world. His dreams were forgotten when Polemachus was faced with a worldwide catastrophe in that the light-and-heat-providing planetary rings were disintegrating. Arkon's scientists determined that atomic explosions occurring on Earth somehow were extra-dimensionally translated to rekindle the energy rings for about a year. Although Polemachus had not developed nuclear weaponry, the scientists predicted that if they were to atomically annihilate the Earth, their world's energy-rings would be restored to power. (Avengers v1 #75)
Toward this goal, Arkon manipulated the Scarlet Witch into reciting a magical spell found in a Polemachian book to enable Arkon to transport himself to Earth. Attracted to the Scarlet Witch and intending to marry her, Arkon kidnapped her, as well as Toad, and a group of atomic scientists. (Avengers v1 #75)
Overview
In appearance, Polemachus was an inhabitable world that was located in another universe. It was said that fires from within the planet gave it warm whilst a ring of energy surrounding it gave them light. (Avengers v1 #75)
Its inhabitants claimed to be a race of true warriors who expected no quarter or mercy to be shown in battle. Polemachus was said to know only life and reason for living which was war. It was noted that their people had worshipped a war-god. (Avengers v1 #75)
The leader of Polemachus came to hold the title of Imperion where they were the ruler of the world. (Avengers v1 #75)
A device on their world was the Scopitron that allowed the user to see into other universes. (Avengers v1 #75)
Inhabitants
- Arkon : Arkon the Magnificent was a male warlord who came to rise to the position of Imperion of Polemachus. (Avengers v1 #75)
- Greybeard : an elderly male scientist who determined that the rings inhabiting Polemachus were disintegrating. (Avengers v1 #75)
Notes
- Polemachus was created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema where it made its first appearance in Avengers v1 #75 (April, 1970).
Alternate Versions
- In JLA/Avengers v1 #1 (2003), Polemachus appeared in the setting of the crossover story between Marvel Comics and DC Comics.
In other media
Television
- In X-Men, Polemachus appeared in the setting of the 1990s animated television series.
Appearances
- Avengers v1: (1970)
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