Paladin (comics)

Paladin
Paladin.
Art by Leinil Francis Yu.
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceDaredevil #150
(January 1978)
Created byJim Shooter (writer)
Carmine Infantino (artist)
In-story information
SpeciesHuman
Team affiliationsHeroes for Hire
The Intruders
Thunderbolts
Defenders
Wild Pack
Notable aliasesPaul Denning
Paul Dennis
Paladin
Abilities
  • Slightly superhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, reflexes, and durability
  • Skilled marksman, actor, espionage agent, bodyguard and detective
  • Highly skilled hand-to-hand combatant
  • Helmet with belt activated faceplate
  • Infrared vision via helmet's lenses
  • Wears bulletproof body suit
  • Use of stun gun

Paladin is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Jim Shooter and artist Carmine Infantino, the character first appeared in Daredevil #150 (January 1978). His real name is unknown, though he often uses the alias of Paul Denning. Although not a supervillain, his mercenary activities often bring him into conflict with superheroes, facing characters like Daredevil and the Punisher. He has notably worked for the Wild Pack, the Thunderbolts, and the Serpent Society.