Shen Kuei
Encyclopedia
Shen Kuei is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe
, also known as "The Cat".
and Paul Gulacy
.
The character subsequently appears in Master of Kung Fu #62-63 (March-April 1978), #65-68 (June-September 1978), #103-105 (August-October 1981), Marvel Comics Presents #4-7 (October-November 1988), Spider-Man #81 (June 1997), Heroes for Hire #10-11 (April-May 1998), #18-19 (December 1998-January 1999), Wolverine #167 (October 2001), and Cable & Deadpool #7-8 (November-December 2004), #10 (February 2005), and #21-23 (December 2005-February 2006).
Cat received an entry in the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Update '89
#1.
. He is a master thief whose skill in martial arts equals Shang-Chi's. The meaning of the character's name is both similar and opposite to Shang Chi's name. He is a sort of mirror image, a 'good bad guy' in opposition to Shang Chi's 'bad good guy'. While they share mutual respect, the two always find themselves in opposition.
Shang-Chi is sent to Hong Kong, ostensibly to retrieve some stolen documents from a martial arts agent for the other side -- Shen Kuei, a.k.a. The Cat. The Cat's lover, Juliette, is a British double agent, and Shang Chi's bosses worry her cover has been compromised and she is in danger. Shang Chi arrives and finds Juliette has truly fallen in love with the Cat, and has no intention of returning to England. Shang Chi is willing to concede to her wishes - so long as he can retrieve the documents - only to have the Cat discover them together, and assume that Juliette has betrayed him, leading Shang-Chi and Cat to fight each other.
Cat was hired by Silver Sable to join her Wild Pack. Their mission came into conflict with the Heroes for Hire. The Cat faced off with Iron Fist, hoping to prove himself superior to the hero in martial arts. The two fought to a virtual standstill. Until the Heroes for Hire were ordered to retreat.
He has appeared in Cable & Deadpool
working as a merc for Cable
. He has also defeated Deadpool
, who looks at him as a Rock God among mercs and has also referred to him as "The Keith Moon
of spy trade" and "The Justin Timberlake
of the Cherry Pop Club".
He has a tattoo of a cat across his chest.
Marvel Universe
The Marvel Universe is the shared fictional universe where most comic book titles and other media published by Marvel Entertainment take place, including those featuring Marvel's most familiar characters, such as Spider-Man, the Hulk, the X-Men, and the Avengers.The Marvel Universe is further...
, also known as "The Cat".
Publication history
Cat first appeared in Master of Kung Fu #38-39 (March-April 1976), and was created by Doug MoenchDoug Moench
Douglas Moench , better known as Doug Moench, is an American comic book writer notable for his Batman work and as the creator of Black Mask, Moon Knight and Deathlok.-Biography:...
and Paul Gulacy
Paul Gulacy
Paul Gulacy is an American comic book illustrator best known for his work for DC Comics and Marvel Comics, and for drawing one of the first graphic novels, Eclipse Enterprises' 1978 Sabre: Slow Fade of an Endangered Species, with writer Don McGregor.-Early life and career:Paul Gulacy began...
.
The character subsequently appears in Master of Kung Fu #62-63 (March-April 1978), #65-68 (June-September 1978), #103-105 (August-October 1981), Marvel Comics Presents #4-7 (October-November 1988), Spider-Man #81 (June 1997), Heroes for Hire #10-11 (April-May 1998), #18-19 (December 1998-January 1999), Wolverine #167 (October 2001), and Cable & Deadpool #7-8 (November-December 2004), #10 (February 2005), and #21-23 (December 2005-February 2006).
Cat received an entry in the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Update '89
Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe
The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe is an encyclopedic guide which details the fictional universe featured in Marvel Comics publications...
#1.
Fictional character biography
Shen Kuei is a freelance espionage operative, probably originally from Hong Kong. He has been both enemy and ally of Shang-ChiShang-Chi
Shang-Chi is a Marvel Comics character, often called the "Master of Kung Fu". He was created by writer Steve Englehart and artist Jim Starlin....
. He is a master thief whose skill in martial arts equals Shang-Chi's. The meaning of the character's name is both similar and opposite to Shang Chi's name. He is a sort of mirror image, a 'good bad guy' in opposition to Shang Chi's 'bad good guy'. While they share mutual respect, the two always find themselves in opposition.
Shang-Chi is sent to Hong Kong, ostensibly to retrieve some stolen documents from a martial arts agent for the other side -- Shen Kuei, a.k.a. The Cat. The Cat's lover, Juliette, is a British double agent, and Shang Chi's bosses worry her cover has been compromised and she is in danger. Shang Chi arrives and finds Juliette has truly fallen in love with the Cat, and has no intention of returning to England. Shang Chi is willing to concede to her wishes - so long as he can retrieve the documents - only to have the Cat discover them together, and assume that Juliette has betrayed him, leading Shang-Chi and Cat to fight each other.
Cat was hired by Silver Sable to join her Wild Pack. Their mission came into conflict with the Heroes for Hire. The Cat faced off with Iron Fist, hoping to prove himself superior to the hero in martial arts. The two fought to a virtual standstill. Until the Heroes for Hire were ordered to retreat.
He has appeared in Cable & Deadpool
Cable & Deadpool
Cable & Deadpool was a comic book series published by Marvel Comics beginning in 2004. The title characters, Cable and Deadpool, shared the focus of the book. The series was launched following the cancellation of the characters' previous ongoing solo series. The book's mix of humor, action, and...
working as a merc for Cable
Cable (comics)
Cable is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared as an infant in Uncanny X-Men #201...
. He has also defeated Deadpool
Deadpool (comics)
Deadpool is a fictional character, a mercenary and anti-hero appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by artist Rob Liefeld and writer Fabian Nicieza, Deadpool first appeared in The New Mutants #98 Deadpool (Wade Winston Wilson) is a fictional character, a mercenary and...
, who looks at him as a Rock God among mercs and has also referred to him as "The Keith Moon
Keith Moon
Keith John Moon was an English musician, best known for being the drummer of the English rock group The Who. He gained acclaim for his exuberant and innovative drumming style, and notoriety for his eccentric and often self-destructive behaviour, earning him the nickname "Moon the Loon". Moon...
of spy trade" and "The Justin Timberlake
Justin Timberlake
Justin Randall Timberlake is an American pop musician and actor. He achieved early fame when he appeared as a contestant on Star Search, and went on to star in the Disney Channel television series The New Mickey Mouse Club, where he met future bandmate JC Chasez...
of the Cherry Pop Club".
He has a tattoo of a cat across his chest.