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Willis Harold Stryker
31 appearances · Bronze Age · 1972–2025
Who is Willis Harold Stryker?
Willis Harold Stryker made his mark right at the dawn of Marvel's Bronze Age, debuting in the landmark Hero for Hire #1 in 1972 — a genuine key issue brought to life by the sharp creative team of Archie Goodwin, George Tuska, and John Romita. Over a publishing history stretching across more than five decades, he's carved out a place in Marvel's street-level corner, sharing pages with heavyweights like Luke Cage, Spider-Man, and Hammerhead. His appearances across Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Woman speak to a character woven into the fabric of Marvel's gritty urban storytelling, and any collector who appreciates the raw, street-smart energy of the Bronze Age will find Stryker a compelling figure worth tracking down.
Hero for Hire
#1
#1
★ First appearance
Hero for Hire #1
Appearances
Essential Luke Cage, Power Man (2005)
All-New Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe A to Z: Update (2007)
House of M: Avengers (2008)
Captain America (2005)
Avengers Origins: Luke Cage (2012)
Captain America Epic Collection (2014)
Luke Cage Omnibus (2021)
Amazing Spider-Man by Wells & Romita Jr. (2022)
Amazing Spider-Man: Gang War First Strike (2024)
Daredevil: Mayor Fisk (2024)
Deadly Hands of Kung Fu: Gang War (2024)
Deadly Hands of Kung-Fu: Gang War (2024)