Stimuloid | |
Type: | Robot Toy |
Continuity: | Marvel Universe |
Aliases: | Doll |
Availability: | Uncommon item |
Manufacturer: | Unknown |
Owners: | Nathaniel Richards |
1st appearance: | Thor #140 |
A stimuloid is a fictional item featured in comic books published by Marvel Comics. It is associated with the Avengers line of titles and first appeared in Thor #140 in May, 1967.
A stimuloid is a high-tech children's toy developed in the 30th century. Its similar in appearance to an action figure or a doll, but may also possess unique functionalities. A teenage Nathaniel Richards owned a stimuloid, which made him the target of mocking and bullying by a classmate named Morgan, as well as Morgan's friends. When Morgan tried to take the stimuloid from him, Nathaniel activated an electrical charge in the device, which hurt Morgan's hand.