Who is Paladin in the new Marvel series VisionQuest?
Paladin is trending due to his debut as a villain in the Disney Plus series VisionQuest. He is a highly skilled bounty hunter hired by a mysterious client to capture the synthezoid Vision.
What happened
- 1978
Paladin first appears in Marvel comics in Daredevil #150 [2].
- 2017
The character makes a cameo in an animated Spider-Man series [1].
- Earlier
Paladin debuts in the VisionQuest pilot, where he leads an attack on a Scottish pub that results in the death of Vision's friend [1], [2].
- Earlier
In the second episode, Paladin uses adamantium bullets to critically wound Vision [1], [3].
What you need to know
In the MCU, Paladin is part of a century-old lineage of elite hunters who pass down the title [1], [2].
He follows a strict moral code, including a rule against killing civilians [1].
He is trained in all weapons and arts, utilizing adamantium ammunition to pierce Vision's vibranium body [1], [3].
He has discovered that Vision's son, Tommy, is alive and has held him hostage at an asylum [1].
The identity of the 'Client' who hired Paladin remains unrevealed. It is also unclear if the MCU version of the character possesses the superhuman strength and speed seen in the comics [2].
Background
In Marvel comics, Paladin is a mercenary who works for the highest bidder regardless of their morality. He has been associated with groups like the Thunderbolts and Heroes for Hire and has clashed with heroes such as Spider-Man [1], [2]. Unlike the MCU version, the comic book Paladin's true name and origin are mysteries, though he has used aliases like Paul Denning [1], [2]. He typically favors a stun gun and possesses unexplained superhuman agility and strength [2].
Questions people ask
Who plays Paladin in VisionQuest?
The character is played by Todd Stashwick [1], [2].
What is Paladin's connection to Ultron?
Ultron is secretly communicating with the bounty hunter behind the scenes [1].
Where this came from
[2] nerdist.com
Who Is VISIONQUEST’s Paladin? His Marvel Comics History, Explained
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[3] thedirect.com
VisionQuest: Paladin's Mysterious ‘Client’ Could Be 1 of These 7 Marvel Characters
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