Magneto

Character

Magneto

Erik Lehnsherr

Description

A Holocaust survivor who controls magnetic fields with his mind, Erik Lehnsherr believes mutant superiority is the only path to survival. As Magneto, he has been the X-Men's greatest enemy and occasional ally, his methods brutal but his goal of mutant survival understandable given his traumatic past.

Character Details

Real Name

Erik Lehnsherr

Hero Name

Magneto

Publisher

Marvel Comics

Powers

Super Strength, Flight, Invulnerability, longevity, Stamina, Intellect, Force Field, Blast Power, Magnetism, Unarmed Combat, Gadgets, Electricity Control, Electronic Disruption, Levitation, Energy Shield, Gravity control, Energy Manipulation, Leadership

Gender

Male

Race

Mutant

Eye Color

Blue

Hair Color

White

Height (cm)

188

Weight (kg)

86

Aliases

Erik Magnus Lehnsherr, Max Eisenhardt, Magnus, The Master of Magnetism, White King

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