Abyss

Abyss

Character

Nils Styger

Description

Abyss, also known as Nils Styger, is a mutant from Genosha with the ability to manipulate a void within his body that connects to the Brimstone Dimension. He can unravel his form into high-tensile coils and draw objects or beings into this internal void, effectively teleporting them to another dimension. Abyss is connected to the mutant community through his family ties, being a half-brother to Nightcrawler and linked to the mutant underground and X-Corps groups.

Character Details

Real Name

Nils Styger

Hero Name

Abyss

Publisher

Marvel Comics

Powers

Elasticity, Mesmerize, Matter Absorption, Dimensional Manipulation, Empathy

Gender

Male

Birth Place

Unrevealed location in Genosha

Eye Color

White, No Visible Irisis Or Pupils

Hair Color

Black

Height (cm)

193

Weight (kg)

73

Aliases

Nils Styger

Abyss

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