Marvel Universe Ego,the Living Planet

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Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

The threat of Ego appears to have ended, however with Quasar's death during Annihilation, Ego was released in the Universe, only to be approached by the Worldmind to join the new Nova Corps. Richard confronts Worldmind about Ego, which reveals that Ego's consciousness has been supplanted, effectively making Ego the new host of Worldmind. Calling itself Nu Xandar, Worldmind tells Richard that he must download the Nova Force into Nu Xandar's power reserves so that it may be spread out throughout the Nova Corps. After some initial hesitation Richard agrees but backs out at the last minute which ended with Worldmind forcefully removing the Nova Force from Richard and returns him to Earth without his powers.

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The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego"Ego the Living Planet is a fictional extraterrestrialExtraterrestrial life in popular cultureIn popular cultures, life forms —especially intelligent life forms— that are of extraterrestrial origin, i.e. not coming from the Earth are referred to collectively as aliens.... being that appears in comic books published by Marvel ComicsMarvel ComicsMarvel Publishing, Inc., a company doing business as Marvel Comics, produces American comic books and related media. It forms a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc.... The character ,if thats what he or it can classified as first appeared in ''Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' #132 (Oct. 1966) and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics....and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... .

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Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

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Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

The threat of Ego appears to have ended, however with Quasar's death during Annihilation, Ego was released in the Universe, only to be approached by the Worldmind to join the new Nova Corps. Richard confronts Worldmind about Ego, which reveals that Ego's consciousness has been supplanted, effectively making Ego the new host of Worldmind. Calling itself Nu Xandar, Worldmind tells Richard that he must download the Nova Force into Nu Xandar's power reserves so that it may be spread out throughout the Nova Corps. After some initial hesitation Richard agrees but backs out at the last minute which ended with Worldmind forcefully removing the Nova Force from Richard and returns him to Earth without his powers.

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The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego" Discussion{| cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="border-left: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-right: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204);" width="100%" EncyclopediaEgo the Living Planet is a fictional extraterrestrialExtraterrestrial life in popular cultureIn popular cultures, life forms —especially intelligent life forms— that are of extraterrestrial origin, i.e. not coming from the Earth are referred to collectively as aliens.... being that appears in comic books published by Marvel ComicsMarvel ComicsMarvel Publishing, Inc., a company doing business as Marvel Comics, produces American comic books and related media. It forms a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc.... The character ,if thats what he or it can classified as first appeared in ''Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' #132 (Oct. 1966) and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics....and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... .
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Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

The threat of Ego appears to have ended, however with Quasar's death during Annihilation, Ego was released in the Universe, only to be approached by the Worldmind to join the new Nova Corps. Richard confronts Worldmind about Ego, which reveals that Ego's consciousness has been supplanted, effectively making Ego the new host of Worldmind. Calling itself Nu Xandar, Worldmind tells Richard that he must download the Nova Force into Nu Xandar's power reserves so that it may be spread out throughout the Nova Corps. After some initial hesitation Richard agrees but backs out at the last minute which ended with Worldmind forcefully removing the Nova Force from Richard and returns him to Earth without his powers.

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Within the Black Galaxy, one mass developed differently from the others. Evolving over millions of years, it grew to the size of a planet and developed intelligence and consciousness along with the ability to move its planet-sized mass by its own will. This planet became known as "Ego, the Living Planet". In its evolution, Ego developed organ-like masses under its surface, one of which is similar to a brain. As all sentient beings, Ego began to plan what its role in the universe would be.Ego’s first plot involved an interstellar conquest, which only led him to a confrontation with Thor, the God of Thunder, and the Recorder. Fleeing Ego, the Rigellians attempted to colonize Earth. Opposed by Thor, they explained their dilemma to him. Thor journeyed into the Black Galaxy to meet Ego. Ego, fascinated to meet a being from outside his space, engaged Thor in battle so that it could test its "anti-body" creations. Thor ravaged Ego’s surface with severe storms that caused the massive entity to be stunned. After Ego was defeated, it abandoned its plans for interstellar attack and vowed not to leave the Black Galaxy.

The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego"Ego the Living Planet is a fictional extraterrestrialExtraterrestrial life in popular cultureIn popular cultures, life forms —especially intelligent life forms— that are of extraterrestrial origin, i.e. not coming from the Earth are referred to collectively as aliens.... being that appears in comic books published by Marvel ComicsMarvel ComicsMarvel Publishing, Inc., a company doing business as Marvel Comics, produces American comic books and related media. It forms a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc.... The character ,if thats what he or it can classified as first appeared in ''Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' #132 (Oct. 1966) and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics....and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... .

Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

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Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

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Within the Black Galaxy, one mass developed differently from the others. Evolving over millions of years, it grew to the size of a planet and developed intelligence and consciousness along with the ability to move its planet-sized mass by its own will. This planet became known as "Ego, the Living Planet". In its evolution, Ego developed organ-like masses under its surface, one of which is similar to a brain. As all sentient beings, Ego began to plan what its role in the universe would be.Ego’s first plot involved an interstellar conquest, which only led him to a confrontation with Thor, the God of Thunder, and the Recorder. Fleeing Ego, the Rigellians attempted to colonize Earth. Opposed by Thor, they explained their dilemma to him. Thor journeyed into the Black Galaxy to meet Ego. Ego, fascinated to meet a being from outside his space, engaged Thor in battle so that it could test its "anti-body" creations. Thor ravaged Ego’s surface with severe storms that caused the massive entity to be stunned. After Ego was defeated, it abandoned its plans for interstellar attack and vowed not to leave the Black Galaxy.

The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego" ==Powers and abilities==

Ego is exceptionally intelligent, although as its name suggests, it harbors an extreme superiority complex and can be emotional if thwarted. Ego is propelled through space via the engine Galactus implanted on it and can travel at faster than light speeds (for unknown reasons, Ego is unable to remove the powerful propulsion unit placed at its south pole). Ego has total control over its entire mass down to the molecular level; it often shapes its surface into the appearance of a gigantic face to address powerful beings, and can also shape its terrain to suit the circumstances. It is able to use its own substance to extrude tentacles, organic sensors, plant-like growth, and to create humanoid vessels for its consciousness. It can shape its surface to appear as a dead inhospitable world, or into an idyllic, lush green paradise to lure unaware space travelers to its surface, which it promptly consumes. Ego possesses various internal features analogous to a living organism, such as gigantic tunnels that have been compared to arteries, and a gigantic brain-like organ deep below its surface. Ego possesses both digestive organs, which it uses when absorbing living beings, and an immune system with which to create powerful antibodies to destroy beings which resist absorption. It also possesses vast psionic abilities, and can project blasts powerful enough to destroy other worlds.

Alternate versions
AlternateParallel universe (fiction)Parallel universe or alternative reality is a self-contained separate reality coexisting with one's own. A specific group of parallel universes is called a multiverse, although this term can also be used to describe the possible parallel universes that constitute physical reality... versions of Ego have appeared in a number of titles. A version of Ego, Oa the Living PlanetOa the Living PlanetOa the Living Planet is a character from Amalgam Comics and ally of Iron Lantern.Oa himself is represented as a giant blue face, similar to an elderly man, and is situated in a section of the Universe not yet explored by man... , was featured under the Amalgam ComicsAmalgam ComicsAmalgam Comics was an American comic book publisher of metafiction; it was a collaboration between Marvel Comics and DC Comics, in which the two comic book publishers merged their characters to create new ones... imprint, in Iron Lantern #1 (June 1997). Ego has also appeared in alternate versions of the Marvel Universe, in ''Exiles'Exiles (Marvel Comics)'The Exiles are a group of fictional characters that feature in two Marvel Comics series, Exiles and New Exiles. The Exiles consists of characters from different dimensions, or realities, which have been removed from time and space in order to correct problems in various alternate worlds and...  #53 (December 2004), Marvel Zombies 2'Marvel Zombies 2'Marvel Zombies 2 is a five-issue limited series published from October 2007 - February 2008 by comics publisher Marvel Comics. The series was written by Robert Kirkman with art by Sean Phillips and Arthur Suydam...  #1 (December 2007), and Marvel Adventures: The Avengers'' #12 (June 2007), for younger readers.

Television
'' episode "To Battle the Living Planet" voiced by Kay E. KuterKay E. KuterKay Edwin Emmert Kuter was an American actor who starred on television and in film. Kay was born in Los Angeles, California.... . '' animated series voiced by Roy Lewis.
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 * Ego also appeared in the Silver Surfer'Silver Surfer (TV series)'The Silver Surfer is an animated television series based on the Marvel Comics superhero which aired on the Fox Kids Network in 1998.-Overview:...''

Music
released a song titled "Ego, the Living Planet" on the 1995 album Dopes to InfinityDopes to InfinityDopes to Infinity is the third album by New Jersey rock band Monster Magnet. It was released on March 21, 1995. Its song "Negasonic Teenage Warhead" became the band's first hit single, after having appeared the previous year in different form in S.F.W., an American movie... .
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Reception and impact
Roger Lewis argues that Ego the Living Planet reflected risks to civilization, humans and planet EarthRisks to civilization, humans and planet EarthRisks to civilization, humans, and planet Earth are existential risks that could threaten humankind as a whole, have adverse consequences for the course of human civilization, or even cause the end of planet Earth. The concept is expressed in various phrases such as "End of the World", "Doomsday",... that people were contemplating in the 1960s, when he was initially conceived.

A 2007 issue of Marvel Adventures: The Avengers featuring Ego entitled "Ego the Loving Planet" met with critical praise for its simultaneous inventiveness and logical sense.

Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

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Within the Black Galaxy, one mass developed differently from the others. Evolving over millions of years, it grew to the size of a planet and developed intelligence and consciousness along with the ability to move its planet-sized mass by its own will. This planet became known as "Ego, the Living Planet". In its evolution, Ego developed organ-like masses under its surface, one of which is similar to a brain. As all sentient beings, Ego began to plan what its role in the universe would be.Ego’s first plot involved an interstellar conquest, which only led him to a confrontation with Thor, the God of Thunder, and the Recorder. Fleeing Ego, the Rigellians attempted to colonize Earth. Opposed by Thor, they explained their dilemma to him. Thor journeyed into the Black Galaxy to meet Ego. Ego, fascinated to meet a being from outside his space, engaged Thor in battle so that it could test its "anti-body" creations. Thor ravaged Ego’s surface with severe storms that caused the massive entity to be stunned. After Ego was defeated, it abandoned its plans for interstellar attack and vowed not to leave the Black Galaxy.

The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego"Ego the Living Planet is a fictional extraterrestrialExtraterrestrial life in popular cultureIn popular cultures, life forms —especially intelligent life forms— that are of extraterrestrial origin, i.e. not coming from the Earth are referred to collectively as aliens.... being that appears in comic books published by Marvel ComicsMarvel ComicsMarvel Publishing, Inc., a company doing business as Marvel Comics, produces American comic books and related media. It forms a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc.... The character ,if thats what he or it can classified as first appeared in ''Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' #132 (Oct. 1966) and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics....and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... .

Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

The threat of Ego appears to have ended, however with Quasar's death during Annihilation, Ego was released in the Universe, only to be approached by the Worldmind to join the new Nova Corps. Richard confronts Worldmind about Ego, which reveals that Ego's consciousness has been supplanted, effectively making Ego the new host of Worldmind. Calling itself Nu Xandar, Worldmind tells Richard that he must download the Nova Force into Nu Xandar's power reserves so that it may be spread out throughout the Nova Corps. After some initial hesitation Richard agrees but backs out at the last minute which ended with Worldmind forcefully removing the Nova Force from Richard and returns him to Earth without his powers.

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Within the Black Galaxy, one mass developed differently from the others. Evolving over millions of years, it grew to the size of a planet and developed intelligence and consciousness along with the ability to move its planet-sized mass by its own will. This planet became known as "Ego, the Living Planet". In its evolution, Ego developed organ-like masses under its surface, one of which is similar to a brain. As all sentient beings, Ego began to plan what its role in the universe would be.Ego’s first plot involved an interstellar conquest, which only led him to a confrontation with Thor, the God of Thunder, and the Recorder. Fleeing Ego, the Rigellians attempted to colonize Earth. Opposed by Thor, they explained their dilemma to him. Thor journeyed into the Black Galaxy to meet Ego. Ego, fascinated to meet a being from outside his space, engaged Thor in battle so that it could test its "anti-body" creations. Thor ravaged Ego’s surface with severe storms that caused the massive entity to be stunned. After Ego was defeated, it abandoned its plans for interstellar attack and vowed not to leave the Black Galaxy.

The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego" Discussion{| cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="border-left: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-right: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204);" width="100%" EncyclopediaEgo the Living Planet is a fictional extraterrestrialExtraterrestrial life in popular cultureIn popular cultures, life forms —especially intelligent life forms— that are of extraterrestrial origin, i.e. not coming from the Earth are referred to collectively as aliens.... being that appears in comic books published by Marvel ComicsMarvel ComicsMarvel Publishing, Inc., a company doing business as Marvel Comics, produces American comic books and related media. It forms a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc.... The character ,if thats what he or it can classified as first appeared in ''Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' #132 (Oct. 1966) and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics....and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... .
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Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

The threat of Ego appears to have ended, however with Quasar's death during Annihilation, Ego was released in the Universe, only to be approached by the Worldmind to join the new Nova Corps. Richard confronts Worldmind about Ego, which reveals that Ego's consciousness has been supplanted, effectively making Ego the new host of Worldmind. Calling itself Nu Xandar, Worldmind tells Richard that he must download the Nova Force into Nu Xandar's power reserves so that it may be spread out throughout the Nova Corps. After some initial hesitation Richard agrees but backs out at the last minute which ended with Worldmind forcefully removing the Nova Force from Richard and returns him to Earth without his powers.

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The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

A portion of Ego’s mass was taken by the Rigellian colonizer Tana Nile who hoped that it could transform other uninhabitable worlds into worlds where life could flourish. In an unforeseen event, the piece of Ego gained its own consciousness and called itself Ego-Prime. Ego-Prime eventually made its way to Earth, which it sought to transform to resemble itself. In combat with Thor, Ego-Prime's energies were stolen and used to empower three mortals that would become members of the Young Gods. The weakened Ego-Prime was taken prisoner by the Stranger, who stored it within his laboratory world.

Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego"Ego the Living Planet is a fictional extraterrestrialExtraterrestrial life in popular cultureIn popular cultures, life forms —especially intelligent life forms— that are of extraterrestrial origin, i.e. not coming from the Earth are referred to collectively as aliens.... being that appears in comic books published by Marvel ComicsMarvel ComicsMarvel Publishing, Inc., a company doing business as Marvel Comics, produces American comic books and related media. It forms a subsidiary of Marvel Entertainment, Inc.... The character ,if thats what he or it can classified as first appeared in ''Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' #132 (Oct. 1966) and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics....and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... .

Development
Ego was created by Jack Kirby during a phase of creativity where he was fascinated with the universe and the cosmos. After he had created GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... , he followed up with Ego, the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... , and The ColonizersRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... . These all contributed to a phase of space ageSpace AgeThe Space Age is a contemporary period encompassing the activities related to the Space Race, space exploration, space technology, and the cultural developments influenced by these events... mythologyMythologyMythology is the study of myths and or of a body of myths. For example, comparative mythology is the study of connections between myths from different cultures, whereas Greek mythology is the body of myths from ancient Greece. The term "myth" is often used colloquially to refer to a false story;...at Marvel comics.

Jeff Parker, who wrote an issue in which Ego attempts to mate with the Earth, described how the idea came to him, saying that "it was so clear to me that I called Nate Cosby and just told it to him, describing things like seeing the Moon by itself in space while Ego assumed Earth was a single mother with a shortie - and he's cool with that." Parker also revealed a deleted scene from this issue, dealing with a joke about Ego and premature ejaculationPremature ejaculationPremature ejaculation is a condition where a man ejaculates earlier than he or his partner would like him to. Premature ejaculation is also known as rapid ejaculation, rapid climax, premature climax, or early ejaculation.... .

Publication history
Ego the Living Planet was initially introduced in the Marvel comic book ''The Mighty Thor'Thor (Marvel Comics)'Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... '' issue #132 (September 1966), and was created by writer Stan LeeStan LeeStan Lee is an American comic book writer, editor, and the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.... and artist Jack KirbyJack KirbyJacob Kurtzberg, better known by the pen name Jack Kirby, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor. Growing up poor in New York City, Kurtzberg entered the nascent comics industry in the 1930s. He drew various comic strips under different pseudonyms, ultimately settling on Jack Kirby... . He appeared sporadically in the title throughout the 60s, and made further appearances in various titles through the 80s and 90s.

Ego also played a prominent role in the Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001...''  storyline, appearing in Avengers'Avengers (comics)'The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team of superheroes that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The team first appear in The Avengers #1 The Avengers are a team...  #35 (Dec. 2000); Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (Oct. 2000); Iron Man'Iron Man'Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #39, and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby.Born Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, he...  #34 - 35 (Nov. - Dec. 2000); X-Men Unlimited'X-Men Unlimited'-Volume 1:The purpose of this title was to run stories that fit between the main X-Men comics. The stories included all characters from the X-titles, and was more of a collection of short stories...  #29 (Dec. 2000); Gambit'Gambit (comics)'Gambit is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero that has been a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14, weeks before a more comprehensive appearance in Uncanny X-Men #266...  #23 (Dec. 2000) and Maximum Security'Maximum Security'"Maximum Security" is a comic book story line and company-wide crossover that ran through a three-issue, self-titled limited series and individual issues of the other titles published by Marvel Comics with a cover date of either December 2000 or January 2001... '' #1 - 3 (Dec. 2000 - Jan. 2001).

Ego the Living Planet also appeared in the ''Oni Press'Oni Press'Oni Press is an American independent comic book publisher based in Portland, Oregon. It was founded in 1997 by Bob Schreck and Joe Nozemack.The company name derives from oni, the Japanese word for the devils or demons popular in Japanese folklore.... Color Special.''

Fictional character biography
Like all celestial bodies, Ego condensed from gas and dust in the "Black Galaxy" to become a planet. For reasons unknown, however, this particular planet achieved sentience and the ability to move of its own volition. Ego then began absorbing space vessels and even other worlds to survive, planning interstellar conquest. It was this behavior that attracts the attention of the RigellianRigellians (Marvel Comics)The Rigellians, also known as the Colonizers of Rigel, are a scientifically and technologically advanced alien race in the fictional Marvel Comics Universe, devoted towards amassing an empire via colonization. They are native to Rigel-3 the third planet orbiting the star Rigel in the Milky Way Galaxy... Colonizers, who fear that the nearby Ego will consume their home-world.

The Rigellians discovered Earth, and promised to leave it unmolested if the Thunder God ThorThor (Marvel Comics)Thor is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee; scripter Larry Lieber and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... would defeat Ego. Accompanied by a Rigellian RecorderAnalyzer (comics)Analyzer is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.The Analyzer began its existence as one of the Rigellian Recorders, specifically Recorder #211, property of the Colonizers of Rigel... , Thor encounters Ego and after an epic battle defeats it. As a result, Ego vows to never leave the Black Galaxy and renounced its plans of conquest. Several months later, a weakened GalactusGalactusGalactus is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist and co-plotter Jack Kirby, the character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first part of a three-issue story later known as "The Galactus Trilogy."-"The... invades Ego's space and seeks to replenish his energy by consuming Ego. Thor aids Ego in battling Galactus, and generates a massive God Blast that drives Galactus off. In gratitude Ego allows its surface to become the new home of the Wanderers, a race whose planet had been the very first to be devoured by Galactus billions of years ago.

A well-meaning Rigellian took a sample of Ego's form, in the hope that this could be used to fertilize sterile worlds being considered for habitation. This act drives Ego insane, and it soon gives in to its primordial urges and absorbs the Wanderers, which causes Thor to side with a returning Galactus. Assisted by ally HerculesHercules (Marvel Comics)Hercules is a fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Journey into Mystery Annual #1 and was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby.... and Galactus' herald, FirelordFirelordFirelord is a character in the fictional Marvel Universe. The character was created by Gerry Conway and John Buscema, and first appears in Thor #225 .-Fictional character biography:... , Thor holds Ego off until Galactus attaches a massive starship engine to Ego's south pole, which drives the planet constantly through space and thereby prevents it from being a threat to other planets and populated sections of the universe.

Years later, Ego eventually gains control of the engine and tracks Galactus to Earth seeking vengeance, but is unable to locate him. Ego began attacking Earth until finally stopped by the Fantastic FourFantastic FourThe Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1, which helped to usher in a new naturalism in the medium... and an unknown mutant known as L.R "Skip" Collins. It was on this occasion that Ego was destroyed — the ThingThing (comics)The Thing is a fictional character, a founding member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Comics universe. He was created by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four #1... removes the attached propulsion engine and threw it into Ego's "brain", causing an angered Ego to activate it, which unintentionally drives the planet into the Sun. Ego's substance is then broken apart by the Sun's gravitational pull.

Ego, however, slowly reforms from a few surviving particles and repairs the propulsion unit. Ego then digested a number of Dire WraithDire WraithThe Dire Wraiths are a fictional extraterrestrial species published by Marvel Comics. The Dire Wraiths first appeared in Rom #1, and were created by Bill Mantlo and Al Milgrom. The Dire Wraiths are the main opponents of Rom the Spaceknight.... s to replenish its' energy reserves, and battles the Spaceknight Rom.

Ego later joined the Elders of the UniverseElders of the UniverseThe Elders of the Universe are a group of fictional characters that appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Grandmaster was the first Elder to appear, and featured in Avengers #69 - 71... , as like them it is the only one of its kind in existence. The Elders planned to destroy Galactus, although Ego was sidelined before the confrontation when defeated by the Silver SurferSilver SurferThe Silver Surfer is a Marvel Comics superhero created by Jack Kirby. The character first appears in Fantastic Four #48, the first of a three-issue arc that fans and historians call "The Galactus Trilogy".... . Ego later captured the Silver Surfer, and attempts to consume his energies. After being used as a pawn by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... in a bid to reestablish the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud... Empire, Ego threatened Earth one final time before being absorbed by the cosmic hero QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the. He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions... .

Ego later attacks a Korbinite fleet and fights the hero Beta Ray BillBeta Ray BillBeta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in Thor #337 Beta Ray Bill is a... . Ego reveals to Bill that Galactus' propulsion unit is driving Ego mad, and the fleet subsequently destroy the propulsion unit. A sentient bio-verse, initially described as "Super-Ego", then begins to consume Ego, but Ego eventually escapes. Driven mad again by the Supreme IntelligenceSupreme IntelligenceThe Supreme Intelligence is a fictional organic computer featured in several Marvel Comics stories.-Fictional character biography:The Supreme Intelligence, also known by the honorific title Supremor, was created more than a million years ago on the planet Kree-Lar by the extraterrestrial race known... , Ego battles Professor XProfessor XProfessor Charles Francis Xavier, also known as Professor X, is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero known as the leader and founder of the X-Men.... and Cadre K. Ego is subsequently captured and sent to Earth as an "infant" in spore form. Ego begins to consume the Earth as it grows, and is absorbed into Quasar to prevent this.

The threat of Ego appears to have ended, however with Quasar's death during Annihilation, Ego was released in the Universe, only to be approached by the Worldmind to join the new Nova Corps. Richard confronts Worldmind about Ego, which reveals that Ego's consciousness has been supplanted, effectively making Ego the new host of Worldmind. Calling itself Nu Xandar, Worldmind tells Richard that he must download the Nova Force into Nu Xandar's power reserves so that it may be spread out throughout the Nova Corps. After some initial hesitation Richard agrees but backs out at the last minute which ended with Worldmind forcefully removing the Nova Force from Richard and returns him to Earth without his powers.

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The next time Ego encountered the mighty Thor was during a battle with Galactus. Galactus had just recently consumed a world that had been home to the Wanderers, surviving members of an Archeopian extraterrestrial race. Thor decided that Galactus was the bigger threat and he took Ego’s side against the world devourer. In gratitude, Ego allowed its surface to become the new home of Wanderers.

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Driven insane by the removal of Tana Nile's sample, Ego devoured the Wanderers. Desperate for energy, Galactus again tried to devour Ego, but was outmatched and forced to flee. Recognizing the Ego had gone insane, Galactus dispatched his herald Firelord, Thor, and Hercules against Ego. To win the fight, Galactus attached a self-designed sidereal propulsion unit to the south pole of Ego, forcing the planet to be driven through space, away from the populated areas of the universe. However, Ego gained control over the thruster. Seeking revenge on Galactus, Ego traveled to Earth, but instead found opposition in the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic directed the Thing to sabotage Ego's sidereal propulsion unit, which Ego could not seem to remove from its body. Ego was broken apart by the gravitational pull of the sun when the engine failed.

However, Ego's consciousness still existed in every remaining portion of itself. Ego gradually reformed itself and repaired the damage done to the propulsion unit. Ego expended much of its energy in doing so and had to bring its energy reserves back up. Disguising itself as an idyllic, paradise-like sphere, it lured a party of Dire Wraiths to establish a base on its surface. Ego then absorbed them into his being in order to replenish his energy. But, ROM landed on Ego, seeking fellow Space Knights trapped within the planet along with the Dire Wraiths, and battled the living planet. Rom saved his fellow Space Knights and sent the Dire Wraiths to Limbo before Ego could consume them.

Ego then allied himself with the Elders of the Universe claiming to be one himself. He allowed the Elders to even meet on its surface to discuss their plans. However, Ego is not the sole survivor of a particular race that was dedicated to one specific pursuit, so he did not qualify for membership. Still, it joined in their plot against Galactus and battled the Silver Surfer, eventually capturing and attempting to absorb the power cosmic of the former herald. But, the Surfer seized control of the thruster and threatened to steer Ego into the sun, ensuring his release.

Ego later encountered the Korbinite fleet, led by Beta Ray Bill, and attacked them, destroying several ships. When Ego revealed to Bill that it was being driven mad by Galactus' thruster, Bill had the fleet destroy the thruster. Ego offered to make itself the Korbinites' new home, but Bill refused, suspicious of Ego and knowing that the Korbinites would resent Ego for having killed some of them. Bill left Ego deserted.

The enigmatic Celestials had transformed the Black Galaxy into a new member of their race, and this Celestial made contact with Ego. The High Evolutionary investigated this, and as Ego was being consumed by an immense "Super-Ego", speculated that Ego might be a single manifestation of a larger being, and that more than one Ego may exist. More Celestials came to examine Ego's dilemma, but how Ego escaped the Super-Ego is unknown.

Ego began searching for worlds that he could "wake up," so it would not be alone in the universe. If Ego could not wake a planet, it would deem it unworthy and destroy it regardless of the life forms that may have lived on the surface. Charles Xavier led a group of Skrulls to Ego in order to stop its actions, and with the assistance of the Silver Surfer, they almost succeeded in halting its insane plan. Xavier looked into the mind of Ego and found madness, which immediately told him that Ego could not be reasoned with. He decided that he would have to shut Ego's mind down, and as he began the process, a starship belonging to the alien race, the Ruul, intervened and shocked Ego into unconsciousness. This was going on at a time when an interplanetary council was deciding the fate of the Earth and ultimately declared it a prison planet for all alien criminals, including Ego.

The Ruul somehow managed to manipulate Ego's mass into a human sized vessel, but once on Earth, Ego started to expand. The heroes of Earth knew they only had a small amount of time to get Ego off the planet before it absorbed everything into itself. During the course of an investigation, U.S.Agent discovered that the Ruul were actually evolved members of the Kree race and had manipulated the interplanetary council for their own purposes. They had placed power conduits all over the Earth, so that once Ego expanded fully (which they knew would happen) and absorbed the Earth, they would take control of Ego and use its massive power for universal conquest. The Ruul, along with Ronan the Accuser, freed the Supreme Intelligence from captivity so that they would have a leader once more. Unfortunately for the Ruul, their plans would fail as Reed Richards created a device that enabled Quasar to absorb Ego into himself. With Ego gone and the council now aware of how they were tricked, the decision to make Earth a prison planet was reversed and the Ruul were defeated. Quasar, not wanting to endanger the Earth in case Ego escaped, decided that he would go into exile.

Recently, Ego was among the beings who assaulted Thanos while he possessed the Heart of the Infinite. How Ego escaped from within Quasar has not been chronicled. Ego demands retribution for having been violated by the Nova CorpsRecently, the Xandarian Worldmind implemented its control over Ego's consciousness and took it for the new headquarters of the Nova Corps. Ego has been dubbed Nu-Xandar, and is currently occupying the same orbit as Earth with a gravimetric field around it as to not cause major destruction upon the planet. When the war between the Kree and Shi'ar broke out, Worldmind took Ego away from Earth in an attempt to stop the conflict, but not before stripping Nova of his powers. Quasar helped the de-powered Nova reach Nu-Xandar with the use of his Quantum Bands. Upon reaching his destination, Nova discovered it was actually Ego who was taking control of Worldmind, so Nova lobotomized the Living Planet, leaving Worldmind free of its influence. The Nova Corps continued to use the catatonic Ego as their base until the Inhumans unwittingly created a massive hole in the universe with a bomb meant to obliterate their Shi'ar enemies. A spacecraft, the Resolute Duty, emerged after an absence of thirty-five years, and it brought with it the means to free Ego. A bounty hunter called Monark Starstalker damaged Worldmind's systems, enabling Ego to repair himself quicker and reassert control over his body. The Nova Corps needed to evacuate fast, but aboard the Resolute Duty there was another battle raging. Mindless Ones had followed the ship through The Fault with the intention of liberating their captured leader. Nova had Worldmind create a portal to transport the Mindless Ones and their leader inside Ego's brain, giving him a more immediate threat than the Corps to attend to. Ego was forced to flee when Zan Philo, captain of the Resolute Duty, turned the ship's massive energy cannon's on him. Even though the Nova Corps triumphed that day, Worldmind was certain they'd cross paths with Ego again.Retrieved from "http://marvel.com/universe/Ego" ==Powers and abilities==

Ego is exceptionally intelligent, although as its name suggests, it harbors an extreme superiority complex and can be emotional if thwarted. Ego is propelled through space via the engine Galactus implanted on it and can travel at faster than light speeds (for unknown reasons, Ego is unable to remove the powerful propulsion unit placed at its south pole). Ego has total control over its entire mass down to the molecular level; it often shapes its surface into the appearance of a gigantic face to address powerful beings, and can also shape its terrain to suit the circumstances. It is able to use its own substance to extrude tentacles, organic sensors, plant-like growth, and to create humanoid vessels for its consciousness. It can shape its surface to appear as a dead inhospitable world, or into an idyllic, lush green paradise to lure unaware space travelers to its surface, which it promptly consumes. Ego possesses various internal features analogous to a living organism, such as gigantic tunnels that have been compared to arteries, and a gigantic brain-like organ deep below its surface. Ego possesses both digestive organs, which it uses when absorbing living beings, and an immune system with which to create powerful antibodies to destroy beings which resist absorption. It also possesses vast psionic abilities, and can project blasts powerful enough to destroy other worlds.

Alternate versions
AlternateParallel universe (fiction)Parallel universe or alternative reality is a self-contained separate reality coexisting with one's own. A specific group of parallel universes is called a multiverse, although this term can also be used to describe the possible parallel universes that constitute physical reality... versions of Ego have appeared in a number of titles. A version of Ego, Oa the Living PlanetOa the Living PlanetOa the Living Planet is a character from Amalgam Comics and ally of Iron Lantern.Oa himself is represented as a giant blue face, similar to an elderly man, and is situated in a section of the Universe not yet explored by man... , was featured under the Amalgam ComicsAmalgam ComicsAmalgam Comics was an American comic book publisher of metafiction; it was a collaboration between Marvel Comics and DC Comics, in which the two comic book publishers merged their characters to create new ones... imprint, in Iron Lantern #1 (June 1997). Ego has also appeared in alternate versions of the Marvel Universe, in ''Exiles'Exiles (Marvel Comics)'The Exiles are a group of fictional characters that feature in two Marvel Comics series, Exiles and New Exiles. The Exiles consists of characters from different dimensions, or realities, which have been removed from time and space in order to correct problems in various alternate worlds and...  #53 (December 2004), Marvel Zombies 2'Marvel Zombies 2'Marvel Zombies 2 is a five-issue limited series published from October 2007 - February 2008 by comics publisher Marvel Comics. The series was written by Robert Kirkman with art by Sean Phillips and Arthur Suydam...  #1 (December 2007), and Marvel Adventures: The Avengers'' #12 (June 2007), for younger readers.

Television
'' episode "To Battle the Living Planet" voiced by Kay E. KuterKay E. KuterKay Edwin Emmert Kuter was an American actor who starred on television and in film. Kay was born in Los Angeles, California.... . '' animated series voiced by Roy Lewis.
 * The character has appeared the Fantastic Four'Fantastic Four (1994 TV series)'Fantastic Four is the third animated television series based on Marvel's comic book series of the same name. Airing began in September 24, 1994, until ending on February 24, 1996...''
 * Ego also appeared in the Silver Surfer'Silver Surfer (TV series)'The Silver Surfer is an animated television series based on the Marvel Comics superhero which aired on the Fox Kids Network in 1998.-Overview:...''

Music
released a song titled "Ego, the Living Planet" on the 1995 album Dopes to InfinityDopes to InfinityDopes to Infinity is the third album by New Jersey rock band Monster Magnet. It was released on March 21, 1995. Its song "Negasonic Teenage Warhead" became the band's first hit single, after having appeared the previous year in different form in S.F.W., an American movie... .
 * Monster MagnetMonster MagnetMonster Magnet is an American hard rock band. Hailing from Red Bank, New Jersey, the group was founded by Dave Wyndorf, John McBain , Tom Diello , and Tim Cronin...

Reception and impact
Roger Lewis argues that Ego the Living Planet reflected risks to civilization, humans and planet EarthRisks to civilization, humans and planet EarthRisks to civilization, humans, and planet Earth are existential risks that could threaten humankind as a whole, have adverse consequences for the course of human civilization, or even cause the end of planet Earth. The concept is expressed in various phrases such as "End of the World", "Doomsday",... that people were contemplating in the 1960s, when he was initially conceived.

A 2007 issue of Marvel Adventures: The Avengers featuring Ego entitled "Ego the Loving Planet" met with critical praise for its simultaneous inventiveness and logical sense.