Sphinx (Marvel Comics)

Comics character SphinxThe Sphinx (right) battles the Thing on the cover of The Thing #34 (April 1986), art by Kim DeMulder.Publication informationPublisherMarvel ComicsFirst appearance(Anath-Na): Nova #6 (Feb. 1977) (Karim): The New Warriors #4 (Aug. 1990)Created by(Anath-Na): Marv Wolfman and Sal Buscema (Karim): Fabian NiciezaIn-story informationAlter egoAnath-Na Mut Meryet KarimSpeciesHuman MutantNotable aliases(Anath-Na): The Dreaded One Omni-Sphinx (Karim): Lady SphinxAbilities(Anath-Na): Superhuman strength, stamina, and durability Flight Energy manipulation Telepathy Immortality (Karim): Reality warping The Sphinx is the name of two fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Publication history The male version of Sphinx first appeared in Nova #6 (Feb. 1977) and was created by Marv Wolfman and Sal Buscema. The female version of Sphinx first appeared in The New Warriors #4 (Aug. 1990) and was created by Fabian Nicieza. Fictional character biography Anath-Na Mut Anath-Na Mut is a chief wizard in the court of Ramesses II in ancient Egypt. Defeated in a magic duel by the prophet Moses, Anath-Na was exiled into the desert for his failure.