Genetix (comics)
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The Genetix are fictional character
s, a team of superhero
es appearing in comic books published by the Marvel UK
imprint of Marvel Comics
. The team was created by Andy Lanning
, Graham Marks and Phil Gascoine
.
) which was followed by another limited series
called, simply, Genetix (October 1993).
refers to this group as "the latest batch of Genetix," indicating that there were other prior to them. The pasts of the members of Genetix, with the exception of Base, are unknown. Some or all of them may have had active or latent mutant
abilities initially. They were forcibly recruited into the genetic experiments of Dr. Oonagh Mullarkey for Gena-Sys, the genetic research division of Mys-Tech
. During the mutation process, their original brain patterns and memories were buried under false memory implants of artificial backgrounds. In addition, their powers have been augmented by their own bio-armor, created from proto-silicon implants (derived from the Digitek
project) which have also bonded to their DNA
strands. Each of the members was fitted with restrainer monitoring harnesses to give them greater control of their developing powers. The group members also developed a symbiotic link amongst each other that allowed them to operate at enhanced efficiency when they remain within close proximity of each other. Throughout their training, control of the members was maintained via a combination of drugs and selective mind-wipes. These processes took approximately five years to complete, including training and indoctrination.
When Killpower
was sent through time by the Time Guardian to locate a device called the Chronifact, Mullarkey sent the newly created Genetix to follow and hopefully retrieve him. They followed him to ancient Egypt (and a conflict with Rama-Tut), then another time period nearly 1 million years BC, then a few years before their original point of departure to the past, and finally to the end of time, before returning to the modern era.
Five years later, the Genetix, were still working as agents of Gena-Sys under Dr. Mullarkey. They battled the mutated fungus Sporr, and then were involved with the struggle against Prime Evil, another of Dr. Mullarkey's genetic creations. During the struggle with Prime Evil, they encountered Wolverine
, Ka-Zar
, and Zabu
, and they learned of Mullarkey's true nature and goals (as well as the fact that all of their memories were false implants). Wishing nothing to do with the evil of Mys-Tech, the Genetix broke free from their control and struck out on their own.
Panther, a Mys-Tech spy within the Gene Dogs
, planted false evidence that sent the Gene Dogs after Genetix. After a brief battle, they teamed up to battle a monstrous mutate of Mys-Tech.
Genetix received some training under Dark Angel
. They then invaded Gena-Sys in an effort to learn their true origins. This brought them into conflict with the Psycho-Warriors and Tektos. In the course of their struggles, they learned of Gena-Sys plans to create/harvest more genetically mutated agents in the Psight Corporation. Despite the efforts of Tektos, they managed to destroy the Swiss base of the Psight Corporation. Vesper
apparently uncovered the past history files of the Genetix, although only Base's past was actually divulged.
Genetix learned of the existence of Death Metal
, and attempted to stop him from impregnating Krista Marwan. They failed in this, but they did succeed in preventing him from abducting her.
Fictional character
A character is the representation of a person in a narrative work of art . Derived from the ancient Greek word kharaktêr , the earliest use in English, in this sense, dates from the Restoration, although it became widely used after its appearance in Tom Jones in 1749. From this, the sense of...
s, a team of superhero
Superhero
A superhero is a type of stock character, possessing "extraordinary or superhuman powers", dedicated to protecting the public. Since the debut of the prototypical superhero Superman in 1938, stories of superheroes — ranging from brief episodic adventures to continuing years-long sagas —...
es appearing in comic books published by the Marvel UK
Marvel UK
Marvel UK was an imprint of Marvel Comics formed in 1972 to reprint US produced stories for the British weekly comic market, though it later did produce original material by British creators such as Alan Moore, John Wagner, Dave Gibbons, Steve Dillon and Grant Morrison.Panini Comics obtained the...
imprint of Marvel Comics
Marvel Comics
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. The team was created by Andy Lanning
Andy Lanning
Andy Lanning is a British comic book writer and inker, known for his work for Marvel Comics and DC Comics, and for his collaboration with Dan Abnett.-Career:Lanning works primarily at Marvel Comics and DC Comics as an inker...
, Graham Marks and Phil Gascoine
Phil Gascoine
Phil Gascoine was a British comics artist, best-known for his work in girls' comics such as Jinty and Bunty, and in boys' comics such as Battle Action, for which he drew The Sarge.-Biography:...
.
Publication history
They first appeared in Codename: Genetix #1 (January, 19931993 in comics
-January:* Doom Patrol #63: " The Empire of Chairs," Grant Morrison's final issue as Doom Patrol writer.-February:* Action Comics, with issue #686, suspends publication following "The Death of Superman."...
) which was followed by another limited series
Limited series
A limited series is a comic book series with a set number of installments. A limited series differs from an ongoing series in that the number of issues is determined before production and it differs from a one shot in that it is composed of multiple issues....
called, simply, Genetix (October 1993).
Fictional team biography
Dr. Oonagh MullarkeyOonagh Mullarkey
Doctor Oonagh Mullarkey is a fictional character from the Marvel UK imprint of Marvel Comics. She first appeared in Motormouth #1, and was created by Gary Franks and Graham Marks.-Fictional character biography:...
refers to this group as "the latest batch of Genetix," indicating that there were other prior to them. The pasts of the members of Genetix, with the exception of Base, are unknown. Some or all of them may have had active or latent mutant
Mutant (Marvel Comics)
In comic books published by Marvel Comics, a mutant is an organism who possesses a genetic trait called an X-gene that allows the mutant to naturally develop superhuman powers and abilities...
abilities initially. They were forcibly recruited into the genetic experiments of Dr. Oonagh Mullarkey for Gena-Sys, the genetic research division of Mys-Tech
Mys-Tech
Mys-Tech were a shadowy Faustian organisation who acted as the main villains in a range of, initially successful but short-lived comics, launched in the US by Marvel UK in the 1990s...
. During the mutation process, their original brain patterns and memories were buried under false memory implants of artificial backgrounds. In addition, their powers have been augmented by their own bio-armor, created from proto-silicon implants (derived from the Digitek
Digitek (comics)
Digitek is a fictional character appearing in the comic books published by Marvel Comics. He first appeared in Digitek #1 , the first issue of a limited series published by Marvel UK...
project) which have also bonded to their DNA
DNA
Deoxyribonucleic acid is a nucleic acid that contains the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all known living organisms . The DNA segments that carry this genetic information are called genes, but other DNA sequences have structural purposes, or are involved in...
strands. Each of the members was fitted with restrainer monitoring harnesses to give them greater control of their developing powers. The group members also developed a symbiotic link amongst each other that allowed them to operate at enhanced efficiency when they remain within close proximity of each other. Throughout their training, control of the members was maintained via a combination of drugs and selective mind-wipes. These processes took approximately five years to complete, including training and indoctrination.
When Killpower
Killpower
Killpower is a fictional British comic book character from Marvel UK. He is the partner of Motormouth and first appeared in Motormouth #1. Killpower was created by Gary Frank and Graham Mark.-Publication history:...
was sent through time by the Time Guardian to locate a device called the Chronifact, Mullarkey sent the newly created Genetix to follow and hopefully retrieve him. They followed him to ancient Egypt (and a conflict with Rama-Tut), then another time period nearly 1 million years BC, then a few years before their original point of departure to the past, and finally to the end of time, before returning to the modern era.
Five years later, the Genetix, were still working as agents of Gena-Sys under Dr. Mullarkey. They battled the mutated fungus Sporr, and then were involved with the struggle against Prime Evil, another of Dr. Mullarkey's genetic creations. During the struggle with Prime Evil, they encountered Wolverine
Wolverine (comics)
Wolverine is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Born as James Howlett and commonly known as Logan, Wolverine is a mutant, possessing animal-keen senses, enhanced physical capabilities, three retracting bone claws on each hand and a healing...
, Ka-Zar
Ka-Zar
Ka-Zar is the name of two jungle-dwelling comics fictional characters published in the United States. The first appeared in pulp magazines of the 1930s, and was adapted for his second iteration, as a comic book character for Timely Comics, the 1930s and 1940s predecessor of Marvel Comics...
, and Zabu
Zabu
Zabu is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe, a superhero who is connected primarily to the Savage Land, and the X-Men, and most recently the Avengers . He first appeared in X-Men #10 . He is the last known living Smilodon and is a companion and ally of Ka-Zar.-Fictional character...
, and they learned of Mullarkey's true nature and goals (as well as the fact that all of their memories were false implants). Wishing nothing to do with the evil of Mys-Tech, the Genetix broke free from their control and struck out on their own.
Panther, a Mys-Tech spy within the Gene Dogs
Gene Dogs
The Gene Dogs are fictional characters who appear in the comic books published by the Marvel UK imprint of Marvel Comics. Originally members of an elite counter-terrorism squad known as Team Omega, five dying soldiers become the Gene Dogs after an experimental medical process saves their lives by...
, planted false evidence that sent the Gene Dogs after Genetix. After a brief battle, they teamed up to battle a monstrous mutate of Mys-Tech.
Genetix received some training under Dark Angel
Dark Angel (Marvel Comics)
Dark Angel is the name used by two fictional characters in Marvel UK, though they have no other relation.-Dark Angel :Dark Angel , originally Hell's Angel, is a fictional superheroine from the Marvel Comics imprint Marvel UK...
. They then invaded Gena-Sys in an effort to learn their true origins. This brought them into conflict with the Psycho-Warriors and Tektos. In the course of their struggles, they learned of Gena-Sys plans to create/harvest more genetically mutated agents in the Psight Corporation. Despite the efforts of Tektos, they managed to destroy the Swiss base of the Psight Corporation. Vesper
Vesper (comics)
Vesper is a fictional character, a mutant in the Marvel Comics Universe. Her first appearance was in Genetix #1.-Fictional character biography:Vesper is an Asian woman, who joined Genetix at the age of 20...
apparently uncovered the past history files of the Genetix, although only Base's past was actually divulged.
Genetix learned of the existence of Death Metal
Death Metal (comics)
Death Metal is a character from the Marvel UK imprint of Marvel Comics. He first appeared in Death³ #1 and was created by Dan Abnett and Dell Barras.-Fictional character biography:...
, and attempted to stop him from impregnating Krista Marwan. They failed in this, but they did succeed in preventing him from abducting her.