Unus the Untouchable
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Unus the Untouchable is a fictional character
from the comic book
X-Men
and part of the Marvel Comics
Universe
. A mutant
, Unus is named for his ability to consciously project a force field which protects him from harm.
alongside the group. During the battle, his powers were enhanced by a shot fired from Beast's gun, increasing his power beyond his ability to control it, and making him unable to touch anything. He promised to reform, and his normal power level was restored by the Beast. He became a good friend of the Blob
, and they teamed up together on various schemes, such as posing as the X-Men and framing them for robbery, before both mutants went their separate ways. It was revealed the alien invader Lucifer
was behind this, and had made sure the Beast's weapon did not work on Unus anymore.
when the latter was exposed as an extraterrestrial. Unus later visited Ogre
at their Mt Charteris base. However, shortly after he was captured by Sentinels
alongside several others mutants but was later released, after which he teamed with the Blob and Mastermind
as agents of the second Secret Empire
; they were defeated by the Beast, and then held prisoner by the Secret Empire. Unus then joined an incarnation of Magneto
's Brotherhood of Evil Mutants
. As a member of the Brotherhood, Unus joined in their battle against the X-Men and Kruger
. Alongside the Brotherhood, Unus battled the Defenders
, but Magneto and the Brotherhood were reduced to infancy by their team member Alpha the Ultimate Mutant
. Unus and the others were kept at Muir Island
. When the Brotherhood was reverted to adulthood and reorganized, Unus teamed with the Vanisher
, Blob, and Mastermind and fought alongside the group against the Champions
. However he left the team disheartened. He came in conflict with Doc Samson
, Power Man and then embarked on a New York crime spree, but was defeated by Iron Fist and Power Man
.
Not long after, Unus decided to retire from the life of the organized supervillain, deciding to use his talents in less "lofty" ways; he was making a living as a wrestler. At some point, he fathered the Canadian mutant Radius
. It is also believed that the Acolyte
Carmella Unuscione
is either his daughter or sister, but no official confirmation of this has ever been given.
that his powers had become nearly uncontrollable, and his field was smashed by the Hulk. While battling with Spider-Man
in New York, Unus lost complete control of his powers, and his force-field became so thick that it repulsed the very oxygen molecules in the air until he suffocated and passed out. He fell into the arms of Blob, who believed him to be dead.
, traumatized by the devastation and speaking of "ghosts." Usually arrogant and somewhat fearless, due in no small part to his invulnerable force field, he was shaken by apparent "ghosts" being able to pass through it. At some point, he stopped seeing them, and returned to his former hubris.
Unus later formed his own band of mutant rebels (which includes Toad and Paralyzer), trying to survive on the harsh island that Genosha had become. They most commonly had arguments with Professor Charles Xavier and Magneto, and surprisingly never recognized Magneto out of costume. In their first confrontation, the mutant known as Freakshow
ends up literally swallowing Unus in order to end the tensions. His powers protected him.
Unus leads Appraiser and Stripmine, two superhuman poachers, to Genosha which caused him to be at odds with all the remaining mutants on Genosha.
, and was depowered after the events of Decimation
.
Unus is later found by Quicksilver on Genosha. Quicksilver granted him his powers back, however in an altered form. The Office of National Emergency
soon stepped in and took the mists from Quicksilver and his daughter. Lockjaw
managed to teleport Luna and Pietro away before ONE could capture them, leaving a battle between the Inhumans and the repowered mutants of Genosha. During the battle Unus faced Karnak
, who was amazed that he could not break Unus' shield. However, Unus' powers soon evolved beyond his control and a pink metallic shell began to form all over his body. Both the Inhumans and the repowered mutants tried to save Unus' life, but it was too late. As Unus' field began to dissolve, it was discovered that he had died from lack of oxygen.
that possessed the power to generate a field of invisible psionic energy around his body. The field acts to deflect objects and even energy beams, and can withstand great concussive force. Normally, Unus can control the force field at will. Normally, certain types of radiant energy, such as sunlight, can pass through the field, as do air and sound waves (at least within certain unknown limits). Unus has deflected beams of energy, objects of high mass, objects traveling at high speed and telepathy, including that of Charles Xavier
. Unus was at one point vulnerable to the Beast
's ray gun that augmented his force field power beyond his control; in later years Unus's power again became uncontrollable due to unknown reasons, finally repelling air molecules.
Unus's force field was not impenetrable, and could be disrupted by a sufficiently powerful force. The Incredible Hulk did this on two occasions, the first time by simply shattering it with a punch enhanced by his anger. When they battled again in Australia during the House of M
crossover, the Hulk created a sonic boom by clapping his hands, which resonated with Unus's force field and cause shockwaves that stunned the villain. Although it was temporarily disrupted, the force field would eventually regenerate itself.
Unus is also an athletic man and an expert wrestler. Unus sometimes carried a baseball bat, which, when encased in his force field, can deliver blows with superhuman force.
(also known as Earth-295) was a Prelate in Apocalypse's
Infinites. Prelate Unus's appearance was cut short, however, as he was frozen by Iceman
and shattered.
Brotherhood
. In this version, he had some sort of astral projection powers. In the 3rd volume of The Ultimates, Unus is charged with protecting Magneto's citadel from the Ultimates. His forcefield deflects blows from Thor, but ultimately, Thor broke through and apparently killed Unus for defying a god.
Angelo Unuscione is an unpowered human and a dangerous mob boss known as "Unus the Untouchable".
Fictional character
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from the comic book
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X-Men
X-Men
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and part of the Marvel Comics
Marvel Comics
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Universe
Marvel Universe
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. A 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...
, Unus is named for his ability to consciously project a force field which protects him from harm.
Origin
Angelo Unuscione was born in Milan, Italy. He later legally changed his name to Gunther Bain when he came to the United States. He became a wrestler, and when the Beast briefly left the X-Men, he was able to defeat him in a wrestling match. Once in America, he sought out the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants to join them. He turned criminal, and fought the X-MenX-Men
The X-Men are a superhero team in the . They were created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, and first appeared in The X-Men #1...
alongside the group. During the battle, his powers were enhanced by a shot fired from Beast's gun, increasing his power beyond his ability to control it, and making him unable to touch anything. He promised to reform, and his normal power level was restored by the Beast. He became a good friend of the Blob
Blob (comics)
The Blob is a Marvel Comics supervillain, an adversary of the X-Men. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby, he first appeared in X-Men #3 ....
, and they teamed up together on various schemes, such as posing as the X-Men and framing them for robbery, before both mutants went their separate ways. It was revealed the alien invader Lucifer
Lucifer (comics)
Lucifer, in comics, may refer to:*Lucifer , a comic book series and character from DC Comics's Vertigo line*Lucifer , a comic book supervillain from the Marvel Universe...
was behind this, and had made sure the Beast's weapon did not work on Unus anymore.
Factor Three/Brotherhood
Unus then joined the villainous organization Factor Three in a conspiracy to conquer Earth. They fought the X-Men, but turned against the Mutant MasterMutant Master
Mutant Master is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics Universe. His first appearance was in X-Men vol. 1 #28.-Publication history:The Mutant Master was created by Roy Thomas and Ross Andru. The character was first mentioned in X-Men vol...
when the latter was exposed as an extraterrestrial. Unus later visited Ogre
Ogre (comics)
Ogre is a fictional character of the Marvel Comics Universe.-Fictional character biography:Ogre was originally an operative of the mutant terrorist organization Factor Three...
at their Mt Charteris base. However, shortly after he was captured by Sentinels
Sentinel (comics)
Sentinels are a fictional variety of mutant-hunting robots, appearing in the Marvel Comics Universe. They are usually portrayed as antagonists to the X-Men. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, they first appeared in The X-Men #14 .According to Marvel canon, Sentinels are programmed to locate...
alongside several others mutants but was later released, after which he teamed with the Blob and Mastermind
Mastermind (Jason Wyngarde)
Mastermind is a Marvel Comics supervillain, an adversary of the X-Men. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby, he first appeared in X-Men #4 . He was given his "real name", Jason Wyngarde, by Chris Claremont and John Byrne.The original Mastermind was a mutant with the power to...
as agents of the second Secret Empire
Secret Empire
-Fictional organization history:This subversive organization has been headed by a number of different leaders, always known as “Number One,” with each iteration's goals following the desires of its current leader. The Secret Empire was originally founded by a scientist who felt like an anonymous...
; they were defeated by the Beast, and then held prisoner by the Secret Empire. Unus then joined an incarnation of Magneto
Magneto (comics)
Magneto is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is the central villain of the X-Men comic, as well as the TV show and the films. The character first appears in X-Men #1 , and was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby...
's Brotherhood of Evil Mutants
Brotherhood of Mutants
The Brotherhood of Mutants, originally known as the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, is a fictional Marvel Comics supervillain team devoted to mutant superiority over normal humans. They are among the chief adversaries of the X-Men...
. As a member of the Brotherhood, Unus joined in their battle against the X-Men and Kruger
Kruger
Krüger, Kruger or Krueger without the Umlaut Ü are German surnames originating from Krüger, meaning tavern-keeper in Low Saxon or potter in High German.Notable people with the surname include:- People :* Alan B. Krueger, American economist...
. Alongside the Brotherhood, Unus battled the Defenders
Defenders (comics)
The Defenders is the name of a number of Marvel Comics superhero groups which are usually presented as a "non-team" of individualistic "outsiders," each known for following their own agendas...
, but Magneto and the Brotherhood were reduced to infancy by their team member Alpha the Ultimate Mutant
Alpha the Ultimate Mutant
Alpha the Ultimate Mutant is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe.-Publication history:Alpha the Ultimate Mutant first appeared in Defenders #15–16 , and was created by Len Wein and Sal Buscema....
. Unus and the others were kept at Muir Island
Muir Island
Muir Island is a small, fictional island off the northern coast of Scotland in the Marvel Comics universe. It plays a prominent role in the X-Men comics and its related series.-History:...
. When the Brotherhood was reverted to adulthood and reorganized, Unus teamed with the Vanisher
Vanisher
The Vanisher is a fictional character, a mutant supervillain of the Marvel Universe, and an opponent of the X-Men. The Vanisher is one of the X-Men's oldest enemies having first appeared in X-Men #2...
, Blob, and Mastermind and fought alongside the group against the Champions
Champions (comics)
The Champions are a team of superheroes that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The team first appears in The Champions #1 The Champions are a team of superheroes that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The team first appears in The Champions #1 The Champions are a...
. However he left the team disheartened. He came in conflict with Doc Samson
Doc Samson
Doc Samson is a fictional character, a superhero and psychiatrist in the Marvel Comics universe, known as a supporting character in stories featuring the Hulk.-Publication history:...
, Power Man and then embarked on a New York crime spree, but was defeated by Iron Fist and Power Man
Luke Cage
Luke Cage is a fictional character, a superhero appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Archie Goodwin and artist John Romita, Sr., he first appeared in Luke Cage, Hero for Hire #1...
.
Not long after, Unus decided to retire from the life of the organized supervillain, deciding to use his talents in less "lofty" ways; he was making a living as a wrestler. At some point, he fathered the Canadian mutant Radius
Radius (comics)
Radius is a fictional character, a superhero in the Marvel Comics universe. He is a former member of the superhero team Alpha Flight. He first appeared in Alpha Flight: In The Beginning #-1, and first appeared as Radius in Alpha Flight vol...
. It is also believed that the Acolyte
Acolytes (comics)
The Acolytes is a team of comic book mutant supervillains in the Marvel Comics universe. The Acolytes followed the principles of the mutant Magneto, particularly the mutant right of superiority over normal humans. Some members of the Acolytes even worshipped him with a religious fervor and regarded...
Carmella Unuscione
Unuscione
Carmella Unuscione, commonly known simply as Unuscione, is a fictional character, a mutant supervillain in the Marvel Universe.-Fictional character biography:Carmella Unuscione first appears as a member of the second intake of Magneto's Acolytes...
is either his daughter or sister, but no official confirmation of this has ever been given.
Death
Coming out of retirement and teaming with his friend the Blob again, Unus discovered, during a fight against the HulkHulk (comics)
The Hulk is a fictional character, a superhero in the . Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in The Incredible Hulk #1 ....
that his powers had become nearly uncontrollable, and his field was smashed by the Hulk. While battling with Spider-Man
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15...
in New York, Unus lost complete control of his powers, and his force-field became so thick that it repulsed the very oxygen molecules in the air until he suffocated and passed out. He fell into the arms of Blob, who believed him to be dead.
Genosha
However, years later Unus reappeared alive on the decimated island of GenoshaGenosha
Genosha is a fictional country that has appeared in numerous comic book series published by Marvel Comics. It is an island nation that exists in Marvel's main shared universe, known as "Earth 616" in the Marvel Universe. The fictional nation served as an allegory for slavery and later for South...
, traumatized by the devastation and speaking of "ghosts." Usually arrogant and somewhat fearless, due in no small part to his invulnerable force field, he was shaken by apparent "ghosts" being able to pass through it. At some point, he stopped seeing them, and returned to his former hubris.
Unus later formed his own band of mutant rebels (which includes Toad and Paralyzer), trying to survive on the harsh island that Genosha had become. They most commonly had arguments with Professor Charles Xavier and Magneto, and surprisingly never recognized Magneto out of costume. In their first confrontation, the mutant known as Freakshow
Freakshow (comics)
Freakshow is a fictional character created by Chris Claremont for Marvel comics' second installment of the series Excalibur. He is one of the few survivors of the island of Genosha which was destroyed by the wild Sentinel attacks commissioned by Cassandra Nova.-Fictional character biography:Very...
ends up literally swallowing Unus in order to end the tensions. His powers protected him.
Unus leads Appraiser and Stripmine, two superhuman poachers, to Genosha which caused him to be at odds with all the remaining mutants on Genosha.
House of M and Second Death
Unus stayed on the island until before the House of MHouse of M
House of M is an eight-issue comic book limited series and crossover storyline published by Marvel Comics in 2005. Written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by Olivier Coipel, its first issue debuted in June 2005 as a follow-up to the events of the Planet X and Avengers Disassembled...
, and was depowered after the events of Decimation
Decimation (comics)
Decimation is the late 2005 Marvel Comics storyline spinning off from the House of M limited series. It focuses on the ramifications of the Scarlet Witch stripping nearly all of the mutant population of their powers, thereby reducing a society of millions to one of scant hundreds.This event, which...
.
Unus is later found by Quicksilver on Genosha. Quicksilver granted him his powers back, however in an altered form. The Office of National Emergency
Office of National Emergency
The Office of National Emergency, most commonly referred to as O*N*E, is a fictional government agency in the Marvel Universe. It is best known as the originator of the Sentinel squads that were assigned to protect/observe the X-Men and the remaining mutants after the event known as M-Day, which...
soon stepped in and took the mists from Quicksilver and his daughter. Lockjaw
Lockjaw (comics)
Lockjaw is a fictional character and alien bulldog-like being that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He first appeared in Fantastic Four #45 , and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby.-Fictional character biography:...
managed to teleport Luna and Pietro away before ONE could capture them, leaving a battle between the Inhumans and the repowered mutants of Genosha. During the battle Unus faced Karnak
Karnak (comics)
Karnak is a fictional martial artist published by Marvel Comics. He first appears in Fantastic Four vol. 1, #45, and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby.-Fictional character biography:...
, who was amazed that he could not break Unus' shield. However, Unus' powers soon evolved beyond his control and a pink metallic shell began to form all over his body. Both the Inhumans and the repowered mutants tried to save Unus' life, but it was too late. As Unus' field began to dissolve, it was discovered that he had died from lack of oxygen.
Necrosha
Unus has been confirmed to be among the many on the island of Genosha who have been resurrected by Eli Bard and his version of the techno-organic virus. He appears seemingly repowered by the T.O. virus.Powers and abilities
Unus the Untouchable is a mutantMutant (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...
that possessed the power to generate a field of invisible psionic energy around his body. The field acts to deflect objects and even energy beams, and can withstand great concussive force. Normally, Unus can control the force field at will. Normally, certain types of radiant energy, such as sunlight, can pass through the field, as do air and sound waves (at least within certain unknown limits). Unus has deflected beams of energy, objects of high mass, objects traveling at high speed and telepathy, including that of Charles Xavier
Professor X
Professor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men....
. Unus was at one point vulnerable to the Beast
Beast (comics)
Beast , Dr. Henry Philip "Hank" McCoy, is a comic book character, a Marvel Comics superhero and a member of the mutant team of superheroes known as the X-Men...
's ray gun that augmented his force field power beyond his control; in later years Unus's power again became uncontrollable due to unknown reasons, finally repelling air molecules.
Unus's force field was not impenetrable, and could be disrupted by a sufficiently powerful force. The Incredible Hulk did this on two occasions, the first time by simply shattering it with a punch enhanced by his anger. When they battled again in Australia during the House of M
House of M
House of M is an eight-issue comic book limited series and crossover storyline published by Marvel Comics in 2005. Written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by Olivier Coipel, its first issue debuted in June 2005 as a follow-up to the events of the Planet X and Avengers Disassembled...
crossover, the Hulk created a sonic boom by clapping his hands, which resonated with Unus's force field and cause shockwaves that stunned the villain. Although it was temporarily disrupted, the force field would eventually regenerate itself.
Unus is also an athletic man and an expert wrestler. Unus sometimes carried a baseball bat, which, when encased in his force field, can deliver blows with superhuman force.
Age of Apocalypse
Unus in the Age of ApocalypseAge of Apocalypse
"Age of Apocalypse" is a 1995 - 1996 comic book crossover storyline published in the X-Men franchise of books by Marvel Comics. The Age of Apocalypse briefly replaced the universe of Earth-616, although it was later retconned as having occurred in the alternate universe of Earth-295, it had...
(also known as Earth-295) was a Prelate in Apocalypse's
Apocalypse (comics)
Apocalypse is a fictional character who is an ancient mutant that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in X-Factor #5 , created by writer Louise Simonson and designed by artist Walter Simonson...
Infinites. Prelate Unus's appearance was cut short, however, as he was frozen by Iceman
Iceman (comics)
Iceman is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero, a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby, he first appeared in X-Men vol. 1 #1, ....
and shattered.
Ultimate Unus
Unus also appeared briefly within the Ultimate Universe as a member of Magneto'sMagneto (comics)
Magneto is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is the central villain of the X-Men comic, as well as the TV show and the films. The character first appears in X-Men #1 , and was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby...
Brotherhood
Brotherhood of Mutants
The Brotherhood of Mutants, originally known as the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, is a fictional Marvel Comics supervillain team devoted to mutant superiority over normal humans. They are among the chief adversaries of the X-Men...
. In this version, he had some sort of astral projection powers. In the 3rd volume of The Ultimates, Unus is charged with protecting Magneto's citadel from the Ultimates. His forcefield deflects blows from Thor, but ultimately, Thor broke through and apparently killed Unus for defying a god.
House of M
In the "House of M", Unus was a lieutenant of Exodus and was eradicating the remaining human population in Australia. However, while tracking several runaway humans he stumbled upon and attempted to destroy a tribe of Aborigines who had adopted the Hulk into their midst. In the ensuing conflict, Unus was severely injured and put in a hospital.X-Men Noir
In X-Men NoirMarvel Noir
Marvel Noir is a 2009-2010 Marvel Comics alternative continuity combining elements of film noir and pulp fiction with the Marvel Universe. The central premise of the mini-series replaces super powers with driven, noir-flavored characterization....
Angelo Unuscione is an unpowered human and a dangerous mob boss known as "Unus the Untouchable".