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Todd Wahlstrom

Todd Wahlstrom is a creative and analytical freelance writer and life-long Star Wars fan who has expanded into writing about the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has written about recent shows such as The Mandalorian and Andor and classic topics like Darth Vader, the Jedi, and Boba Fett. His recent articles include the MCU’s Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor. Todd is the author of a non-fiction book, holds a Ph.D. in history, and enjoys hiking, running, and reading about science.

How Powerful is Ghost Rider in Movies & Comics?

Johnny Blaze transformed from daredevil motorcyclist to fire-blazing Ghost Rider in the Marvel Spotlight comic in the early 1970s. Ever since he appeared, his powers have amazed readers and audiences alike. Ghost Rider’s Penance Stare strikes comic and movie fans alike as a signature power. He has others too, such as Hellfire manipulation and blazing …

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Wonder Woman’s Superhuman Abilities: Can She Breathe Underwater or in Space?

With her Bracelets of Submission and Lasso of Truth, Wonder Woman is a top DC superhero. Even without them, she has a range of strengths and abilities that contend with the likes of Superman. Wonder Woman’s powers are great, including super strength and speed, and she has amazing combat skills. She can do just about …

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Deadpool vs. Ghost Rider: The Ultimate Antihero Showdown in Comics & Movies!

Deadpool and Ghost Rider are long-standing Marvel comic characters. Both have incredible healing and fighting powers that potentially make them immortal. Deadpool and Ghost Rider captivated audiences in the movies too. Deadpool has two Marvel movies in his name (with a third coming soon) where he hilariously fights and recovers from grave injuries. Ghost Rider …

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Jean Grey vs. Scarlet Witch: The Epic Marvel Battle in Both Comics and Film!

Jean Grey and Scarlet Witch are among the most powerful MCU characters. Both are from the X-Men comics and they possess telepathic and telekinetic powers that place them at the top level of superhero skills. Jean Grey can summon cosmic powers to fuel telekinetic and telepathic abilities while Scarlet Witch can cast spells and manipulate …

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Deadpool vs. Spiderman: The Fight That Everyone’s Talking About in Movies and Comics!

Deadpool and Spiderman look and act alike and are an interesting pair of characters. Both crack jokes and frequently use their wit. They have been both antagonists and partners. Based on Spiderman’s appearance, Deadpool brings deadly fighting skills. Spiderman has legendary superpowers that run deep in Marvel history. What would happen if the two battled …

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Superman’s Strength: How Much Can He Really Lift? (From Comics to Movies)

Superman may be DC’s most powerful superhero. At minimum, he can lift cars and buildings, and objects that transcend human ability. Superman’s lifting strength is a remarkable aspect of this character, but what he can lift depends on movie and comic depictions. How much can Superman lift in the movies and comics? While his strength …

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The Ultimate Challenge: How to Defeat Doomsday?

Doomsday is a wrecking machine or monster-of-sorts. He is an alien being from the planet Krypton, the same as Superman. And, Doomsday could be Superman’s top enemy. That’s because Doomsday is virtually unbeatable. Even when he dies, Doomsday comes back to life. His powers are immense and he could be immortal. How is it possible …

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Breaking Down Kryptonite: How and Why Does It Hurt Superman?

Superman has always come with a twist. He is the Man of Steel with tremendous powers. Yet he has a main weakness. The 1978 Superman movie shows this weakness when the villain Lex Luthor uses Kryptonite on Superman. The Man of Steel is instantly stunned and falls back, losing his strength. Once Luthor puts this …

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Doctor Strange’s Age in the MCU Timeline: How Old is the Master of the Mystic Arts?

The 2016 movie Doctor Strange introduced an interesting Marvel comic character. Audiences discovered another human-turned-superhero, similar to the transformations of Spider-Man and the Hulk. Stephen Strange was a renowned surgeon who lost the use of his hands in a car accident and then acquired amazing magical powers. Strange’s story as a superhero was interwoven into …

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The Science Behind the Hulk’s Jumping Ability: How Can He Leap So High?

The Incredible Hulk originated in the 1960s. We know this long-standing Marvel character for his size and strength. Given his impressive power, we might think that the Hulk cannot jump so high. Yet, this would be a mistake. The Hulk can jump high and at a great speed too. How can the Hulk jump so …

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