The Inhumans are a fictional race of superhumans in the Marvel Comics Universe, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The comic book series of this name have usually focused more specifically on the adventures of the Inhuman Royal Family, and so many people associate the name "Inhumans" with this particular team of super-powered beings. (However, recent series have looked at the "new generation" of the Inhuman society.^[1]) Marvel Comics is an American comic book line published by Marvel Publishing, Inc. ... In comic books, first appearance refers to first comic book to feature a character. ... The Fantastic Four is a fictional American team of comic-book superheroes in the Marvel Comics universe. ... Stan Lee (born Stanley Martin Lieber on December 28, 1921[1]) is an American writer, editor, was the Chairman Emeritus of Marvel Comics, and memoirist. ... Jack Kirby (August 28, 1917 – February 6, 1994) was one of the most influential, recognizable, and prolific artists in American comic books, and the co-creator of such enduring characters and popular culture icons as the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, the Hulk, Captain America, and hundreds of others stretching... Apparent magnitude: up to -12. ... Black Bolt (Blackagar Boltagon) is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe and king of the offshoot of humanity known as the Inhumans. ... Medusa is a fictional character, a superhero in the Marvel Comics Universe. ... Karnak is a fictional character on the Marvel Universe. ... Gorgon is the name of two fictional superhumans from the Marvel Comics Universe. ... Triton is a superhuman in the fictional Marvel Universe. ... Crystal is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe. ... Lockjaw is a Marvel Comics character who is a member of the specially bred race of Inhumans. ... Maximus is a fictional schizophrenic and genius published by Marvel Comics. ... Tonaja is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe. ... Alaris is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe. ... San is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe . ... Nahrees is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe. ... Jolen is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe. ... This list contains humanoid species from works of fiction. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Marvel Comics is an American comic book line published by Marvel Publishing, Inc. ... This does not cite any references or sources. ... Stan Lee (born Stanley Martin Lieber on December 28, 1921[1]) is an American writer, editor, was the Chairman Emeritus of Marvel Comics, and memoirist. ... Jack Kirby (August 28, 1917 – February 6, 1994) was one of the most influential, recognizable, and prolific artists in American comic books, and the co-creator of such enduring characters and popular culture icons as the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, the Hulk, Captain America, and hundreds of others stretching...

The Inhumans first appeared in Fantastic Four #45 (December 1965), though members Medusa and Gorgon appeared in earlier issues of the series (#36 and #44, respectively). Their home, the city of Attilan, was first mentioned years earlier, in a "Tuk the Caveboy" story written and drawn by Jack Kirby that appeared in Captain America #1, 1941. The city was described as the home of a race that was evolutionarily advanced when human beings were still in the caveman era. The Fantastic Four is a fictional American team of comic-book superheroes in the Marvel Comics universe. ... Medusa is a fictional character, a superhero in the Marvel Comics Universe. ... Gorgon is the name of two fictional superhumans from the Marvel Comics Universe. ... Attilan is a fictional city in the Marvel Comics universe that houses the Inhumans which first appeared in Fantastic Four vol. ...

Fictional history

At the beginning of the Kree-Skrull War, millions of years ago in Earth time, the alien Kree established a station on the planet Uranus, a strategic position between the Kree and Skrull empires. Through their work at this station, they discovered that sentient life on nearby Earth had genetic potential invested in it by the alien Celestials. Intrigued, the Kree began to experiment on Earth's then-primitive Homo sapiens to produce the genetically advanced Inhuman race. ^[2] Their goal was apparently twofold — to investigate possible ways of circumventing their own evolutionary stagnation, and to create a powerful mutant race of soldiers for use against the Skrulls.^[3] However, although their experiments were successful in creating a strain of humanity with extraordinary abilities, the Kree abandoned their experiment for reasons which are not yet clear. The Kree-Skrull War, in the fictional Marvel Universe, was a series of conflicts between the Kree Empire of the Greater Magellanic Cloud and the Skrulls of the Andromeda Galaxy that lasted for several million years. ... “Green people” redirects here. ... The Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. ... The planet Uranus has appeared in various forms of fiction: Mr. ... The Skrulls are a fictional race of extraterrestrial shapeshifters that appear in the Marvel Universe. ... This article is about Earth as a planet. ... Arishem towers in the distance and judges that a world shall die. ... Homo sapiens (Latin: wise man) is the scientific name for the human species. ...

Their test subjects, the Inhumans, went on to form a society of their own, which thrived in seclusion from the rest of humanity and developed advanced technology. Experiments with the mutagenic Terrigen Mist (a process known as Terrigenesis) gave them various powers, but also caused lasting genetic damage and deformities. This led to a long-term selective breeding program to try to mitigate the effects of these mutations. ^[4] In biology, a mutagen (Latin, literally origin of change) is a physical or chemical agent that changes the genetic information (usually DNA) of an organism and thus increases the number of mutations above the natural background level. ... The Terrigen Mist is a fictional substance from the Marvel Comics Universe, a natural mutagen able to alter Inhuman biology. ... Selective breeding in domesticated animals is the process of developing a cultivated breed over time. ...

The Inhumans leap into battle with their allies the Fantastic Four, against Maximus the Mad. Art by Jack Kirby.

Attilan's society and culture are predicated on a conformist belief system which permits individuality as it applies to genetic development and physical and mental ability, but demands rigid conformity in that each member of society is assigned a place within that society according to those abilities following exposure to the Terrigen Mist. Once assigned, no Inhuman, no matter how great or powerful, can change their place within this rigid caste system. ^[5] The Inhumans' culture also strictly prohibits miscegenation between Inhumans and other races.^{[citation needed]} Although a member of the royal family, the Inhuman Crystal ignored this prohibition to wed the mutant Quicksilver ^[6]. Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (484x720, 186 KB) Cover of Fantastic Four vol. ... Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (484x720, 186 KB) Cover of Fantastic Four vol. ... Jack Kirby (August 28, 1917 – February 6, 1994) was one of the most influential, recognizable, and prolific artists in American comic books, and the co-creator of such enduring characters and popular culture icons as the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, the Hulk, Captain America, and hundreds of others stretching... Caste systems are traditional, hereditary systems of social restriction and social stratification, enforced by law or common practice, based on endogamy, occupation, economic status, race, ethnicity, etc. ... Frederick Douglass with his second wife Helen Pitts Douglass (sitting) who was white, a famous 19th century American example of miscegenation. The woman standing is her sister Eva Pitts. ... Quicksilver (Pietro Maximoff) is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe. ...

The Inhumans are led by their king, Black Bolt, and his royal family, consisting of Medusa, Karnak, Gorgon, Triton, Crystal, Maximus the Mad, and the canine Lockjaw. Both Crystal and Medusa have been members of the Fantastic Four; Crystal has also been a member of the Avengers. Their city Attilan has frequently been relocated and, as of 2005 stories, rests in the oxygen-bearing Blue Area of the Moon.^[7] Black Bolt (Blackagar Boltagon) is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe and king of the offshoot of humanity known as the Inhumans. ... Medusa is a fictional character, a superhero in the Marvel Comics Universe. ... Karnak is a fictional character on the Marvel Universe. ... Gorgon is the name of two fictional superhumans from the Marvel Comics Universe. ... Triton is a superhuman in the fictional Marvel Universe. ... Crystal is a fictional character, a superhero in Marvel Comics universe. ... Maximus is a fictional schizophrenic and genius published by Marvel Comics. ... Lockjaw is a Marvel Comics character who is a member of the specially bred race of Inhumans. ... The Fantastic Four is a fictional American team of comic-book superheroes in the Marvel Comics universe. ... The Avengers is an elite fictional comic book superhero team in the Marvel Universe. ... Attilan is a fictional city in the Marvel Comics universe that houses the Inhumans which first appeared in Fantastic Four vol. ... General Name, Symbol, Number oxygen, O, 8 Chemical series nonmetals, chalcogens Group, Period, Block 16, 2, p Appearance colorless (gas) very pale blue (liquid) Standard atomic weight 15. ... First appearing in Fantastic Four # 13, The Blue Area of the Moon is a fictional location created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee. ... The Moon has been the subject of many works of art and literature and the inspiration for countless others. ...

The once-secret existence of the race has come to light among the general public as the Inhumans interact more often with many of Earth's superheroes — including the Fantastic Four, the Avengers, and the X-Men — whom they have aided against threats such as Doctor Doom^[8] ,Galactus ^[9] , Ultron 7^[10] , Magneto, and Apocalypse^[11]. For the Aqua Teen Hunger Force episode, see Super Hero (Aqua Teen Hunger Force episode). ... The Fantastic Four is a fictional American team of comic-book superheroes in the Marvel Comics universe. ... The Avengers is an elite fictional comic book superhero team in the Marvel Universe. ... The X-Men are a group of comic book superheroes featured in Marvel Comics. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... It has been suggested that Power Cosmic be merged into this article or section. ... Ultron is a fictional character, an android supervillain in the Marvel Comics universe. ... Magneto (Eric Magnus Lensherr) is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe. ... This article or section may contain excessive or improper use of copyrighted images and/or audio files. ...

Inhuman society changed radically when Ronan the Accuser sought to use the Inhumans as an army to disrupt the Shi'ar control of the Kree after their defeat in the Kree-Shi'ar War. Appearing over the city of Attilan, Ronan seized control in a surprise attack and forced the Inhumans and their king, Black Bolt, to obey, or he would destroy their only home and everyone in it. During their time in forced servitude, Ronan revealed that the Inhumans had always been intended as weapons in service to the Kree. To this end, much of the genetic attributes that were encoded in them during the original experiments were meant to give them the abilities and appearances of various alien races. The idea being that these Inhuman slaves could be used to infiltrate alien worlds and races to conduct espionage or assassinations to weaken potential conquests. Ronan used the Inhumans in just this manner, disrupting treaties being negotiated by the Shi'ar, and launching attacks on ships and bases. ^[12] Ronan the Accuser is a Marvel Comics alien primarily used as a supervillain, although he has been depicted as an anti-hero in subsequent story lines. ... The Shiar, pronounced // (Shee-ARR), are a fictional species of aliens in the Marvel Comics universe. ...

Eventually, Black Bolt sought to free his people by challenging Ronan to a personal battle. If Ronan won, the Inhumans would continue to serve him. If the king won, the Inhumans would go free. After a terrible battle, Black Bolt won and Ronan, demonstrating that the Kree still had honor, kept his word and left the Inhumans. All was not over however, as the Inhumans were not willing to just follow Black Bolt back to Earth. Pressure had been building in the closed society of Attilan since open contact with the outside world had been made. During their enslavement by Ronan, the Inhumans had wished for their freedom, but had also developed a sense of pride in their power and a belief in their own destiny. They no longer believed that Black Bolt or the royal family was fit to lead them in the new life they wanted, and they exiled the royal family from Attilan. ^[13]

The royal family returned to Earth to find their destiny. After suffering bigotry while living in Latveria, they returned to Attilan which was located on the Blue Area of the Moon. The Inhumans began to foster better relations with Earth by sending students to a Wisconsin University. ^[14]

However, in the events of Son of M, Quicksilver stole the Terrigen Crystals in an attempt to give himself back his powers, and to give back the depowered mutants from M-Day their powers. The theft led to a conflict on Genosha between the repowered mutants (whose powers came back as too powerful for their own good, and eventually surrendered), the Inhumans, and the U.S. Office of National Emergency. The conflict ended with the O.N.E. confiscating the Terrigen Crystals, to which Black Bolt then verbally declared war on the United States. ^[15] In January 2007, the mini-series Silent War begins, with Gorgon launching a first strike on New York.^[16] Although the Inhumans do manage to recover the crystals, the episode ends with Maximus again taking control of Attilan.^[17] [1] To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ... Quicksilver (Pietro Maximoff) is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe. ... The military designation of days and hours within the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), is specified in AAP-6 (STANAG 3680), NATO Glossary of Terms and Definitions, and marked (NATO) in what follows. ... Flag of Genosha under Magnetos reign. ... Silent War is an ongoing four-part Marvel Comics miniseries which began January 2007. ...

Powers and abilities

Even without using the Terrigen Mist, the Kree modifications, combined with centuries of selective breeding, have given all Inhumans certain advantages. Their average lifespan is 150 years and an Inhuman in good physical condition possesses strength, reaction time, speed, and endurance greater than the finest of human athletes. Karnak and other normal Inhumans who are in excellent physical shape can lift one ton and are physically slightly superior to the peak of normal human physical achievement. However, most Inhumans are used to living in a pollution-free, germ-free environment and have difficulty tolerating Earth's current level of air and water pollution for any length of time. Exposure to the Terrigen Mist can both enhance and in some cases reduce these physical capabilities. Karnak is a fictional character on the Marvel Universe. ...

Members of the Inhuman race

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Other versions

Heroes Reborn

• In this alternate reality created by Franklin Richards, the Inhumans are mostly the same. They live on earth, in Attilan. The biggest difference is the reverence they hold, shown in statues, for Galactus and the multitude of heralds who operate for him simultaneously. The Terrigen Mists are not completely under their control, coming from a crack in the ground. Their ultimate origins are unknown but Maximus the Mad escapes in the caverns deep beneath the city to locate it. Here it is discovered their city also holds connections to other areas of the world, such as Mole Man's Monster Island.

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Ultimate Inhumans

• The Inhumans made their debut in the Ultimate Marvel Universe during the Ultimate Fantastic Four issue Annual 1: Inhuman. It begins with two mountain climbers reached the walls of their city, Atillan, in the Himalayas when they are turned back with their memories erased. The Inhumans made themselves known to the Fantastic Four when a member of their royalty, Crystal, fled to New York after being ordered to marry Black Bolt's brother. Johnny came across Crystal and attempted to save her from two royal guards from Atillan who were trying to capture her. Beaten, Crystal took him back to the Baxter Building, and revealed herself to the Fantastic Four. She left her dog behind, who had the ability to teleport, which the Fantastic Four used to enter Atillan. Once their presence was discovered, the city was stripped of its advanced technology and destroyed by Black Bolt, and the Inhumans, including Crystal, relocated. They are hinted to have relocated to the Moon.^{[citation needed]}
• The Ultimate Attilan is quite different in appearance from the Marvel Universe version, like a giant wasp's nest crossed with a gothic cathedral. Ultimate Crystal, Lockjaw and Black Bolt are similar to their counterparts; Medusa is depicted as having actual snakes for hair, like her mythical namesake. Gorgon is female, Karnak projects energy blasts (though he can still sense weaknesses and pressure points), Triton has a more squid-like appearance, and Maximus is a somewhat effete courtier, whom Crystal describes as "preening" and a "peacock". Other Inhumans shown include Tri-clops, with clairvoyant vision (including the power to see the invisible), Densitor (Maximus' flunky, who can presumably increase his strength, durability and mass, enough to become fireproof) and an unnamed Inhuman who can produce a swarm of insect-like flying creatures from his body.
• They claimed that their city had remained secret for 10,000 years, which makes their ancestors contemporaries with Ultimate Marvel Atlantis.^{[citation needed]}

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References

Bibliography

• The Mighty Thor #146-152 (back-up stories) (1967-1968)
• Amazing Adventures #1-10, (August 1970 - January 1972)
• Inhumans vol 1 #1-12, (October 1975 - August 1977)
• What If #29-30 (back-up stories) (1981)
• Inhumans Graphic Novel (1988)
• Inhumans Special (aka Inhumans: The Untold Saga) #1 (Marvel Comics, April 1990)
• Marvel Comics Presents #168 (Marvel Comics, 1994)
• Inhumans: The Great Refuge #1 (Marvel Comics, 1995)
• Alpha Flight/Inhumans Annual ’98 (1998)
• Inhumans vol 2 #1-12 (1998-1999)
• Inhumans vol 3 #1-4 (2000)
• Inhumans vol 4 #1-12 (2003-2004)
• Son of M #1-6 (2006)
• Silent War #1-6 (2007)

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Other media

• The Inhumans were featured in The Fantastic Four animated series in several episodes.

• The Inhumans appear in cameos and offer the heroes Atillan as a temporary headquarters in the video game Marvel: Ultimate Alliance.

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See also

• Eternals
• Deviant (comics)
• Homo sapiens (Marvel Comics)
• Attilan
• Kree
• Dark Riders

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External links

• Inhumans on the Marvel Universe Character Bio Wiki