Eternals (Marvel)
The Eternals are a Human derived species that feature in Marvel Comics.
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History
Origin
The Eternals were superhuman beings that were created as a result of experimentation by the enigmatic race of cosmic beings known as the Celestials. They had conducted numerous evolutionary experiments on life in the cosmos where they created superhuman Eternal beings amongst the Kree and Skrulls. The Celestials similarly arrived on the planet Earth where they split the Human race into numerous offshoots that included the seemingly immortal Eternals and their cousins the Deviants.
When only beasts populated Earth, the planet was visited by the Celestials where they began experimenting on the newly formed race of apes. These creatures were taken alive where their technology imbued them with cosmic chemistry that would father the races to come. The experiment split the species into three branches consisting of humans, Deviants and Eternals. (Eternals v1 #1)
The Eternals would take refuge in the highest mountain tops where they probed the universe with their minds and developed powers that surpassed those of other Earth-life where they were regarded with awe as well as fear. (Eternals v1 #1)
They were noted for living during the time of the original Library of Alexandria. During its fall, the Eternals saved much of its writing from Caesar's fire. These books were later taken to the Olympia and preserved across the ages that included writings covering alchemy and transmutation. (Fall of the Hulks: Alpha v1 #1)
Return
As a result of Sprite's actions, many of the Eternals became divided on whether to remain on their cosmic odyssey or return to the world of their birth. This saw them forming a Uni-Mind in order to debate this matter with only Virako and Phastos refusing to take part due to them not feeling much of a kinship with their fellow Eternals. Ultimately, the Uni-Mind ended and the Eternals returned to the Earth which was an event that was witnessed by Thor. However, the Eternals claimed that they had debated about a serious matter and whilst they decided to remain on Earth; they refused to be part of society. Thus, they asked Thor not to seek them out again and seemingly declared a period of isolationism. Whilst Thor was disturbed, he complied with their wishes whilst wondering if the Eternals would return as allies or adversaries. (Thor: The Deviant Saga)
At some point, the Leader formed a group of fellow supervillain scientists called Intelligencia who used temporal technology to enter Olympia in order to steal from the records of Library of Alexandria. In order to mask their act, they replaced the stolen relics with replica's to prevent the Eternal's from learning of the theft. (Fall of the Hulks: Alpha v1 #1)
The Eternals later debated their role in the future due to the rise of numerous new superheroes. In this time, Sersi remained amongst Humanity where she hid her true nature and witnessed an attack by a synthetic hydra with the Red Hulk. Whilst attempting to help, Ross used his abilities to determine that Sersi was not a normal Human and believed her responsible for the attack. She urged the Red Hulk to unhand her but he was attacked by the enraged Ikaris as he believed Sersi was assaulted by Ross. The two battled until the nearby volcano ignited after which Ikaris moved to contain the threat before it harmed the Human populace. Both Ikaris and Sersi were later recalled by Zuras who decided that the Red Hulk had shown that he was a threat due to his actions. (Red Hulk) They would later emerge at the High Evolutionary's citadel to assist Wyndam in his quest to save mankind by eliminating the various offshoots of humanity as this threatened to summon the Celestials to purge the world as a failed experiment. (New Warriors v5 #10)
Overview
They bred few in number who were immune to time and death. (Eternals v1 #1)
Due to their extended lifespan, the Eternals suffered from a condition that they called the "Mahd W'yry" which was a breakdown of the mind. This occured when they lived so long that their minds were unable to process their existence. Eternal custom claimed that those suffering from this condition were put to death.
Among the species was a concept known as "Gann Josin" which was used to describe an intimate joining of two minds whereupon they become soulmates who were united in their own personal Uni-Mind. Through this meld, one of its members was capable of telepathically summoning the other when they required aid. It was, however, possible for one of the party's taking part in the Gann Josin to break the bond.
Similar to gods, they lived apart from all other living beings. (Eternals v1 #1)
Members
Humans
- Zuras :
- Ikaris :
- Makkari :
- Sersi :
Skrulls
- K'lybn :
Kree
- Ultimus :
Notes
- According to Uncanny X-Force (Vol 1) 23, Earth-235 is populated by vampire Eternals.
Appearances
- Fall of the Hulks: Alpha v1 #1:
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