Tue Jan 20 03:50:00 UTC 2026: ## Wonder Man’s Journey from Villain to Pacifist: A Deep Dive Before Disney+ Debut
The Story: As the Disney+ series “Wonder Man” approaches, fans are getting a primer on the complex history of Simon Williams, aka Wonder Man. From his debut in 1964 as a reluctant villain manipulated by Baron Zemo to his eventual heroic sacrifice, resurrection, and pacifist turn, Wonder Man’s comic book arc is filled with twists and turns. The article highlights key storylines, including his initial betrayal of the Avengers, his unique relationship with Vision (created using his brainwaves), his battles alongside and against his brother the Grim Reaper, and his later embrace of acting and philanthropy.
Key Points:
- Wonder Man debuted in Avengers #9 in 1964 as a manipulated villain.
- He sacrificed himself to save the Avengers, leading to Ultron using his brainwaves to create Vision.
- His 1985 solo comic showed him balancing his acting career with superhero duties.
- He joined the West Coast Avengers, reigniting the love triangle with Scarlet Witch and Vision.
- Wonder Man died and was resurrected, later becoming a pacifist and focusing on his acting career and philanthropic work.
- He refused to restore Vision’s memories using his brainwaves, causing a rift with Scarlet Witch.
- He helped a clone of Beast to see the error of his ways.
Key Takeaways:
- The “Wonder Man” series on Disney+ will likely draw from various eras of the character’s comic book history.
- Simon Williams’ internal conflicts and personal relationships (especially with Vision and Scarlet Witch) are central to his character.
- Wonder Man’s journey from villain to hero and eventually to pacifist suggests a complex and evolving character arc.
- The character balances his life as an actor with his superhero life.
- His history and internal trauma shaped his character as a pacifist in later arcs.
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