THE SPECIES
The Arthrosians are a species of alien that originate from the negative zone. They have an insectoid appearance that is instantly feared. Not much is known about the origin of the Arthrosian species besides their physical abilities. Each has superhuman strength (ability to lift over 50 tons), speed and agility greater that of a highly trained athlete, incredible stamina (ability to run at peak capacity for 24 hours straight), superhuman reflexes, exoskeletal durability and winged flight.
Here, we do not have a specific insect that we can compare to. They have some aspects that could be compared to that of the cricket, but are not modeled after such an insect. We can only analyze the species appearance and correlation to our earthly insects. First, we have the wings. The wings of the Arthrosians are much closer related to that of a bat. The existence of wings is insect-related, but not based. Second, Arthrosians have a clear exoskeleton. This is extremely common in the world of bugs. In some adaptions, Arthrosians also have strong mandibles related to many insects. Their long limbs and shell color resemble that of the cricket or praying mantis. Also in some adaptions, the species appear to have compound eyes resembling the common house fly.
The Arthrosians are a species of alien that originate from the negative zone. They have an insectoid appearance that is instantly feared. Not much is known about the origin of the Arthrosian species besides their physical abilities. Each has superhuman strength (ability to lift over 50 tons), speed and agility greater that of a highly trained athlete, incredible stamina (ability to run at peak capacity for 24 hours straight), superhuman reflexes, exoskeletal durability and winged flight.
Here, we do not have a specific insect that we can compare to. They have some aspects that could be compared to that of the cricket, but are not modeled after such an insect. We can only analyze the species appearance and correlation to our earthly insects. First, we have the wings. The wings of the Arthrosians are much closer related to that of a bat. The existence of wings is insect-related, but not based. Second, Arthrosians have a clear exoskeleton. This is extremely common in the world of bugs. In some adaptions, Arthrosians also have strong mandibles related to many insects. Their long limbs and shell color resemble that of the cricket or praying mantis. Also in some adaptions, the species appear to have compound eyes resembling the common house fly.
THE VILLAIN
The most famous of the Arthrosian goes by the name of Annihilus. Annihilus carried a cosmic rod formed from the spore canisters used to carry Arthrosian young. His cosmic rod extended his lifespan and was a source of great weakness. He suffered extreme paranoia and fear when the rod was not in his hand. The Fantastic Four had invented a portal into the negative zone and taken the cosmic rod from Annihilus to treat Susan Richards, the Invisible Woman, during her pregnancy. The returned the rod after the fact, but had unleashed the wrath of Annihilus. Through their inadvertent actions, the Fantastic Four had created a villain with a grudge against our realm.
DESIGNER
The Arthrosians made their first appearance in Fantastic Four #6 Let there be... Life! This comic was another in the life of Fantastic Four comics designed by Jack Kirby. For a full bio on Kirby, click here. Annihilus has been featured throughout the animated adaptions of the marvel universe. The Arthrosians and Annihilus have yet to make an appearance on the big screen. Although there is a reboot in the works for the Fantastic Four. We just may see a new adaption of the Arthrosians.
The Arthrosians made their first appearance in Fantastic Four #6 Let there be... Life! This comic was another in the life of Fantastic Four comics designed by Jack Kirby. For a full bio on Kirby, click here. Annihilus has been featured throughout the animated adaptions of the marvel universe. The Arthrosians and Annihilus have yet to make an appearance on the big screen. Although there is a reboot in the works for the Fantastic Four. We just may see a new adaption of the Arthrosians.