Mephitisoids | |
Continuity: | Marvel Universe |
Category: | Alien |
Status: | Existing |
Homeworld: | Tryl'sart |
Stellar system: | Cyrane Om'lr |
Galaxy: | Shi'ar Galaxy |
Body type: | Feline |
Eyes: | 2 |
Fingers: | 10 |
Toes: | 10 |
Representatives: | Hepzibah |
1st appearance: | Uncanny X-Men #107 |
Mephitisoids are a fictional alien race featured in comic books published by Marvel Comics. They are part of the mainstream Marvel Universe and first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #107 in October, 1977. The first member of this race featured in comics was Hepzibah, who was a member of a space-faring pirate group called the Starjammers. Physically, they resemble humanoid skunks.
Biology[]
- Enhanced senses: A Mephitisoids olfactory senses are highly attuned, giving them an enhanced sense of smell.
- Infrared vision: Mephitisoids possess excellent night vision.
- Claws: Mephitisoids have retractable claws on their hands and feet.
- Pheromone control: Mephitisoids use pheromones to communicate with other members of the species.