Frank Payne

Frank Payne, aka the Constrictor, is a fictional costumed super-villain and a recurring antagonist featured in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is part of the mainstream Marvel Universe and is a known foe of the Hulk, Captain America, Spider-Man, and Iron Fist. He first appeared in Incredible Hulk #212 in June, 1977.

Biography
Frank Payne was originally an agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., who was given the cover identity of a costumed super-villain called the Constrictor so he could infiltrate a criminal cartel known as The Corporation. During this time, he used the civilian alias of Frank Schlichting. Payne suffered a nervous breakdown during the time period. He cut ties with S.H.I.E.L.D. and embraced the life of a super-powered criminal in earnest. The Constrictor's primary weapon was an adamantium coil that he usually used as a whip.

Notes & Trivia



 * Constrictor (Frank Payne) redirects to this page.


 * Constrictor is one of the few snake-themed villains who was not a member of the Serpent Society, though he was invited to join.

Appearances

 * Iron Man 144