Ch'od | |
Continuity: | Marvel Universe |
Notability: | Recurring character |
Type: | Freedom fighter |
Gender: | Male |
Race: | Saurid |
Location: | Shi'ar Empire; Andromeda Galaxy |
Status: | Alive |
First: | Uncanny X-Men #104 |
Ch'od is a fictional alien character featured in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is regularly seen as a recurring supporting cast member in the X-Men family of comic book titles. The character was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum and first appeared in Uncanny X-Men, Volume 1 #104 in April, 1977.
Profile[]
Ch'od is a member of an amphibious reptilian race known as the Saurids who hail from the planet Timor in the Varanus system in the Andromeda Galaxy. Ch'od's prodigious size and strength make him the muscle of the Starjammers, but he is also a kind-hearted and loyal companion whose philosophical nature is key towards temporing his otherwise hot-headed teammates.
Powers[]
All of Ch'od's abilities are indicative of his race.
- Aquatic respiration
- Superhuman durability
- Superhuman stamina
- Superhuman strength
- Telepathic immunity
Notes & Trivia[]
- The character of Ch'od was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum.
- The origin of Ch'od was revealed in the back-up feature from Classic X-Men #15.
- Ch'od is usually accompanied by Cr'reee, a small furry alien. While Cr'reee may appear as something of a pet, he is actually very intelligent and is one of Ch'od's closest companions.
- Ch'od's weaponry consists of various futuristic swords, battle axes and energy-based firearms of Shi'ar design.