After Ironheart scattered some more hints in its first three episodes, there has been a spike in interest in Mephisto, one of the most iconic villains in Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Silver Surfer #3 back in 1968 and has remained crucial over the years.
So, as rumors continue to swirl about the character appearing in Ironheart, here is a full breakdown of who he is and what powers he has.
Who is Mephisto in Marvel comics?
Mephisto was created by Stan Lee and John Buscema for Marvel comics. The character is based on Mephistopheles, a demon character from the Faust legend. The character was originally an antagonist to Silver Surfer and Ghost Rider, but extended beyond this over the years. Mephisto even appeared in Ghost Rider (2007), played by Peter Fonda, and in Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011), played by Ciaran Hinds.
According to lore, Mephisto claims that the supreme being died by suicide, which led to his creation. The supreme being’s death allegedly created the whole Marvel Universe as well as the infinity stones. Mephisto has a totally evil nature and claims that this was also determined by the supreme being.
Over the years, Mephisto has played a major role in several defining events. He captured and held the soul of Cynthia von Doom, and he caused the respective transformations of Norman and Harry Osborn into the Green Goblin and Kindred.
Mephisto’s powers in Marvel explained
Mephisto has many powers in Marvel Comics. He is an extremely powerful, immortal demonic entity who can manipulate and use magic. Using his powers, Mephisto can gain superhuman physical attributes, shape, and size-shifting abilities. He can also project illusions, manipulate memories, and alter time and reality. He is also highly durable and can recover from practically anything.
Mephisto often acquires souls by making pacts with humans. The narrative in Ironheart could use this as a device.
