Doctor Bong

Few villains in Marvel's Modern Age carry quite the same delirious charm as Doctor Bong, who made his entrance in the 2002 Howard the Duck series courtesy of the wonderfully offbeat Steve Gerber and Phil Winslade. With a catalog footprint that stretches from the anarchic world of Howard the Duck into Daughters of the Dragon and even the high-profile Spider-Man: Brand New Day, this eccentric figure has kept remarkably varied company — sharing pages with the likes of Howard himself, Beverly Switzler, Harry Osborn, and Trapster. Seven appearances may sound modest, but in comics, quality of chaos counts for plenty, and Doctor Bong's presence in some genuinely memorable Marvel corners makes him a rewarding discovery for any fan who loves their superhero universe a little weird around the edges.