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Fred (nicknamed Fredzilla) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is a member of the superhero team Big Hero 6.
The character appears in the 2014 animated film Big Hero 6 and the video game Kingdom Hearts III, voiced by T.J. Miller and in the subsequent animated series by Brooks Wheelan. This version is a human who wields a fire-breathing dragon suit.
Publication history
The character was created by Chris Claremont and David Nakayama and first appeared in Big Hero 6 #1 (September 2008). He along with Wasabi-No-Ginger were meant to serve as replacements for then current members Sunpyre and Ebon Samurai.
Fictional character biography
Fred is descended from the Ainu, an indigenous people of Japan, and spent part of his childhood on a secret S.H.I.E.L.D. base. He later joins Big Hero 6 using his ability to transform into a dinosaur-like kaiju.[1]
Powers and abilities
Fred can transform into a Godzilla-like Kaiju. In addition, he can manifest a largely invisible energy aura.[2]
Reception
In 2020, Comic Book Resources (CBR) ranked Fred 9th in their "Marvel Comics: Ranking Every Member Of Big Hero 6 From Weakest To Most Powerful" list.[3]
In other media
Disney version
Template:Infobox characterFred appears in Disney's Big Hero 6 franchise, voiced by T. J. Miller in the film and by Brooks Wheelan in Big Hero 6: The Series.[4][5][6] This version is an American human who wields a dragon-themed fire-breathing suit and finances the Big Hero 6 team via his family's wealth. Speaking of Miller, co-director Chris Williams said "He's a real student of comedy. There are a lot of layers to his performance, so Fred ended up becoming a richer character than anyone expected."[5][7][8][9][10][11]
In the series' second season, Fred begins using a chameleon-themed outfit that can cling to walls and become invisible.[12][13] In the third season, he begins dating Olivia Mole, the cousin of his archenemy Richardson Mole.[14]
- Fred appears as a playable character in Disney Magic Kingdoms and Disney Heroes: Battle Mode.[15][16]
- Fred appears as a non-playable character in Kingdom Hearts III, with Miller reprising the role.[17]
- Fred makes a non-speaking cameo appearance in Once Upon a Studio.[18]
References
External links
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- ↑ Big Hero Six #5 (January 2009). Marvel Comics.
- ↑ Big Hero Six #2 (October 2008)
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