Otto Octavius (Earth-616)

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Spider-Man
Name	Otto Gunther Octavius
Current Alias	Spider-Man
Aliases	Editorial Names: Formerly Superior Spider-Man, Sup' Spidey, Avenging Spider-Man, Amazing Spider-Man Other Aliases: Doctor Octopus, Doc Ock, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Master Planner, Prisoner #4756689, Peter Benjamin Parker, Superior Spider-Man, "Slick", "Spidey", "Web-Slinger", Venom, Superior Venom, Doctor, Master Programmer
Affiliation and Relationships
Affiliation	As Spider-Man: formerly H.E.A.R.T. Clinic, Spider-Army, Superior Spider-Army, Spiderlings, Avengers, Superior Six, Mighty Avengers As Peter Parker: Formerly Horizon Labs, Parker Industries As Doctor Octopus: formerly Thunderbolts Army; Sinister Six (leader), Masters of Evil V (leader), Legion Accursed; former partner of Green Goblin; frequently headed his own gang of hired thugs. As Otto Octavius: Atomic Research Center
Relatives	Torbert Theadore Octavius (father, deceased); Mary Lavinia Octavius (mother, deceased); Karl Octavius (uncle); Elias Hargrove (cousin); Thomas Hargrove (cousin); Otto Octavius (genetic and mental duplicate)
Marital Status	Single
Physical Characteristics
Gender	Male
Height	5′10″ (1.78 m)
Weight	167 lbs (75.75 kg)
Eyes	Irises: Hazel
Hair	Brown
Unusual Features	As Otto Octavius: myopia (necessitates the use of prescription eyeglasses); As Peter Parker: small hairs on his hands and feet that allow him to adhere to walls and most surfaces
Origin and Living Status
Origin	Human mutate; Otto Octavius created mechanical tentacles to aid him with his nuclear work. After a lab explosion left him hospitalized, Otto awoke to find himself able to telepathically control them, Otto realized that with his new ability, and his already great intellect, he could be the best there is.
Living Status	Deceased
Reality	Earth-616
Place of Birth	Schenectady, New York
Personal Information
Identity	Public (as Dr. Octopus); Secret (as Spider-Man)
Citizenship	American
Occupation	Personal assistant; former CEO, vigilante, adventurer, scientist, criminal mastermind, atomic researcher consultant
Education	Ph.D. in Nuclear physics from M.I.T.; honorary doctorate in biochemistry; earned PhD in Biochemistry as Peter Parker
Base of Operations	Formerly Parker Industries, Hudson River, New York; Sims Tower, Times Square, Manhattan, New York City, New York, Earth-3145; Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, Earth-13; Spider-Island Two, New York City, New York; Horizon Labs, New York City ,New York; Beneath Battery Park, New York City, New York
Creators and Appearances
Creators	Stan Lee, Steve Ditko
First	Amazing Spider-Man #3 (April, 1963) (As Doctor Octopus) Amazing Spider-Man #697 (November, 2012) (As Spider-Man) Superior Spider-Man #23 (December, 2013) (As Venom)
First	Amazing Spider-Man #3 (April, 1963) (As Doctor Octopus) Amazing Spider-Man #697 (November, 2012) (As Spider-Man) Superior Spider-Man #23 (December, 2013) (As Venom)
Death	Superior Spider-Man #30 (March, 2014)
Death	Superior Spider-Man #30 (March, 2014)

Quick Answers

What event caused Dr. Otto Octavius to become Doctor Octopus?

Dr. Otto Octavius, also known as Doctor Octopus or Doc Ock, was a nuclear scientist. During an experiment, a volatile explosion occurred, causing him to be bombarded with radiation. This accident resulted in his mechanical tentacles, which he initially designed to manipulate radioactive substances from a safe distance, becoming fused to his body. The radiation also gave him the ability to mentally control these tentacles. However, the incident caused irreversible brain damage, transforming the respected scientist into a megalomaniacal superhuman criminal known as Doctor Octopus.

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How did Doctor Octopus become one of Spider-Man's greatest enemies?

Doctor Octopus, also known as Otto Octavius, became one of Spider-Man's greatest enemies through a series of intense battles and conflicts. Their rivalry began when Spider-Man was sent to photograph a hostage situation at the Atomic Research Center, where he encountered Doctor Octopus for the first time. Despite suffering a humiliating defeat initially, Spider-Man returned to ultimately defeat Doctor Octopus. However, this was not the end of the notorious villain. Over time, Doctor Octopus continued to pose significant threats to Spider-Man and the city, including plans to devastate the planet and wipe out the city with a biological weapon. These consistent threats and conflicts solidified Doctor Octopus as one of Spider-Man's most tenacious and deadly enemies.

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What are the capabilities of Doctor Octopus' mechanical arms?

Doctor Octopus, also known as Doc Ock, possesses four mentally controlled, electronically powered, telescoping, prehensile titanium-steel tentacles attached to a stainless-steel harness encircling his body. Each tentacle is approximately five inches in diameter and terminates in three single-jointed pincers. These pincers can rotate 360 degrees, providing Doc Ock with a high degree of maneuverability. The tentacles are capable of moving at a speed of ninety feet per second and can strike with the force of a jackhammer. They can also extend to a maximum of 24 feet in length. Additionally, the tentacles can generate high-wind speeds of up to 50 miles per hour when spun like a giant fan. Doc Ock can use his tentacles to scale walls and traverse horizontal distances, effectively allowing him to travel high above the ground as if on stilts.

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How did Otto Octavius' personality change after his accident?

Otto Octavius, also known as Doctor Octopus or Doc Ock, underwent a significant personality change after his accident. The accident, which occurred during a lab experiment, bombarded Otto with radiation and caused irreversible brain damage. This transformed the respected scientist into a megalomaniacal superhuman criminal. The substances from the accident left him capable of mentally controlling his mechanical arms, and he realized that this newfound strength, combined with his intellect, could render him supremely powerful. This led to a shift from his previous life as a scientist to a life of crime as Doctor Octopus.

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What was Otto Octavius researching when his accident occurred?

Otto Octavius, also known as Doctor Octopus or Doc Ock, was working on a variety of scientific projects when his life-altering accident occurred. He was demonstrating a nuclear reaction experiment to government patrons when things went awry. However, the most significant project he was working on was the development of his mechanical arms, designed to handle radioactive elements safely. This research led to the creation of his iconic tentacles, which became fused to his body during the accident. Additionally, he was also involved in a cold fusion project at Oscorp before the accident.

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