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| Rock Python | |
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| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Captain America #341 (May 1988) |
| Created by | Mark Gruenwald and Kieron Dwyer |
| In-story information | |
| Alter ego | M'Gula |
| Species | Human |
| Team affiliations | Serpent Society |
| Notable aliases | Michael Gula Curtis Harris |
| Abilities | Rock-hard bones, skin and muscles Use of egg-shaped bombs which ensnare his enemies with steel ribbons or poisons them |
Rock Python (M'Gula) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is usually depicted as a member of the Serpent Society. He first appeared in Captain America #341 (May 1988), and was created by writer Mark Gruenwald and artist Kieron Dwyer. He has durable bones, skin and muscles, and uses specially designed grenades that entangle his opponents in steel ribbons.
Rock Python was introduced as a henchman of Viper as she took control of the Serpent Society, deposing Sidewinder as the leader of the Society. Viper's ploy to take control of the United States was foiled by Captain America and members of the Society loyal to Sidewinder. Rock Python was allowed to remain with the Society after Viper was defeated. He became a member of Serpent Solutions when the Society was reorganized.
Rock Python first appeared in Captain America #341 (May 1988), and was created by writer Mark Gruenwald and artist Kieron Dwyer. He appeared in many other Captain America issues, including #342, #343, #355, #365, #367, #380, #381, #382, #385, #386, #387, #411, #413, #434, #435, and #437. He later appeared in Captain America Vol. 4 in issues #30 and #31, The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 2 in issues #562 and #563, and Avengers Assemble (vol. 3).
M'Gula was born in Viceroy, Rudyarda. As Rock Python, he first joined the Serpent Society when the villainous Viper invaded, and battled Nomad.[1] Rock Python undergoes a test to prove his worthiness of being in the Society; he tries to steal Falcon's uniform, but winds up battling Falcon and Battlestar instead.[2]
Rock Python's greatest accomplishment is nearly killing Captain America after he, Anaconda, and Puff Adder are attacked. He drops Captain America from a rooftop, but is ordered by King Cobra to flee so as to not have their base revealed.[3][4]
Subsequently, M'Gula has also appeared with the Serpent Society as they battle Jack Flag, but are defeated by Force Works.[5] He is next seen with the organization as they capture Diamondback and Captain America, intending to hold them for ransom. The pair soon escape and, in the ensuing battle, Rock Python is defeated.[6]
In "All-New, All-Different Marvel", Rock Python appears as a member of Viper's Serpent Society under its new name of Serpent Solutions.[7]
Rock Python has durable skin, muscle, and bones, similar to his namesake. He is impervious to high-caliber arms fire, powerful explosions, intense heat and deadly impacts. He carries small "snake eggs" which, upon impact, release various substances such as smoke bombs, acid, and plastic explosives; and "snake wrap", long metallic ribbons designed to ensnare and immobilize opponents.[4]
Rock Python received a figure in the Marvel Legends line.[8][4]
Rock Python drops Cap off the roof, but King Cobra orders him, Anaconda, and Puff Adder to leave him and go underground for twenty-four hours.
Rock Python is a super-strong and durable member of the Serpent Society (more on them soon) whose claim to fame may be the one time he threw Captain America off of a building. But other than that, RP is background muscle with a silly costume and a weapon gimmick (egg-shaped coil bombs) that wasn't even included with the figure.
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Rock Python (M'Gula) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is usually depicted as a member of the Serpent Society. He first appeared in Captain America #341 (May 1988), and was created by writer Mark Gruenwald and artist Kieron Dwyer. He has durable bones, skin and muscles, and uses specially designed grenades that entangle his opponents in steel ribbons. Rock Python was introduced as a henchman of Viper as she took control of the Serpent Society, deposing Sidewinder as the leader of the Society. Viper's ploy to take control of the United States was foiled by Captain America and members of the Society loyal to Sidewinder. Rock Python was allowed to remain with the Society after Viper was defeated. He became a member of Serpent Solutions when the Society was reorganized.
Rock python may refer to: Central African rock python (Python sebae), a non-venomous snake species found in sub-Saharan Africa Southern African rock python (Python natalensis), a non-venomous snake of southern Africa, closely related to the Central African rock python Indian python or Asiatic rock python (Python molurus), a non-venomous snake species found in southern Asia Rock Python, a fictional comic book character
The Central African rock python (Python sebae) is a species of large constrictor snake in the family Pythonidae. The species is native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is one of ten living species in the genus Python. It is Africa's largest snake, and one of the eight largest snake species in the world, along with the green anaconda, reticulated python, Burmese python, Southern African rock python, Indian python, yellow anaconda and Australian scrub python. Specimens may approach or exceed 6 m (20 ft). The Southern African rock python is generally smaller than its northern relative and in general, the Central African rock python is regarded as one of the longest species of snake in the world. The snake is found in a variety of habitats, from forests to near deserts, although usually near sources of water. The snake becomes dormant during the dry season. The Central African rock python kills its prey by constriction and often eats animals up to the size of antelope, occasionally even crocodiles. The snake reproduces by egg-laying. Unlike most snakes, the female protects her nest and sometimes even her hatchlings. The snake is widely feared, though it is nonvenomous and very rarely kills humans. Although the snake is not endangered, it does face threats from habitat reduction and hunting. Some cultures in sub-Saharan Africa consider it a delicacy, which may pose a threat to its population.
The Southern African rock python (Python natalensis) is a large python species native to Southern Africa inhabiting savanna and woodland. It was first described by Andrew Smith in 1833. Growing a length of more than 5 m (16 ft), this is one of the largest snakes in the world.
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