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The '''Juggernaut''' ('''Cain Marko''') is a [[fictional character]] that appears in publications published by [[Marvel Comics]]. The character first appeared in ''[[X-Men]]'' #12 (July 1965), and was created by writer [[Stan Lee]] and artist/co-plotter [[Jack Kirby]].
The '''Juggernaut''' ('''Cain Marko''') is a [[fictional character]] that appears in publications published by [[Marvel Comics]]. The character first appeared in ''[[X-Men]]'' #12 (July 1965), and was created by writer [[Stan Lee]] and artist/co-writer [[Jack Kirby]].


Debuting during the period historians and fans call the [[Silver Age of comic books]], the character has appeared in over four decades of Marvel publications, featuring prominently in the [[X-Men]] titles and starring in two [[one-shot]] solo publications. The character has also been associated with Marvel merchandise including [[clothing]]; [[toy]]s; [[trading cards]]; [[animated]] [[television series]]; [[video game]]s and a [[feature film]].
Debuting in the [[Silver Age of comic books]], the character has appeared in over four decades of Marvel publications, featuring prominently in the [[X-Men]] titles and starring in the [[one-shot]] publications ''Juggernaut'' #1 (April 1997) and ''Juggernaut: The Eighth Day'' #1 (Nov. 1999). The character has also been associated with Marvel merchandise including [[clothing]]; [[toy]]s; [[trading cards]]; [[animated]] [[television series]]; [[video game]]s and a [[feature film]].

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The [[magazine]] ''[[Wizard (magazine)|Wizard]]'' ranked the Juggernaut #188 on its top-200 comic-book characters list.<ref>[http://www.wizarduniverse.com/051308top200characters2.html "The Top 200 Comic Book Greatest Characters of All Time, Part 2"], May 13, 2008 (dead link). [http://web.archive.org/web/19960101-re_/http://www.wizarduniverse.com/051308top200characters2.html Archive.org archive]</ref> In 2009, Juggernaut was ranked 19th on [[IGN]]'s list of top 100 comic-book villains.<ref>[http://comics.ign.com/top-100-villains/19.html "Top 100 Comic Book Villains of All Time"], [[IGN]], "19. Juggernaut" (article dated 2009 on first page)</ref>


==Publication history==
==Publication history==
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=== Origin ===
The character [[debut]]ed as an antagonist of the titular mutant superhero team in ''[[X-Men]]'' #12-13 (July-Sept. 1965). In the first of these issues, he rampaged unseen throughout the X-Men's headquarters as the team's leader, [[Professor X]], related the character's origin in [[Flashback (narrative)|flashback]]s. After an initial defeat the following issue, the Juggernaut returned in ''X-Men'' #32-33 (May-June 1967), then fought the sorcerer [[Doctor Strange]] in ''Doctor Strange'' #182 (Sept. 1969); the X-Men member the [[Beast (comics)|Beast]] in ''Amazing Adventures'' #16 (Jan. 1973), and the [[Hulk (comics)|Hulk]] in ''The Incredible 'Hulk'' #172 (Feb. 1974).
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Writer [[Mike Conroy]] stated "The characters who debuted during the early years of Marvel's mutant X-Men have been remarkably long-lived, and Cain Marko is no exception."<ref>Conroy, Mike. ''500 Comicbook Villains'', Collins & Brown, 2004.</ref>


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The character [[debut]]ed in a storyline in ''[[X-Men]]'' #12 - 13 (July - Sep. 1965), and throughout the first issue of the story rampaged largely unseen through the X-Men's defences while [[Professor X]] related the villain's origin in a series of [[flashback]] sequences to the team. Marko is the step-brother of Charles Xavier, and developed an intense dislike for his sibling which was only exacerbated when Xavier's mutant abilities began to develop. While the pair served in the [[US Army]] and were stationed in [[Korea]], Marko found a hidden temple dedicated to entity [[Cyttorak]]. On entering Marko finds and holds a huge [[ruby]], and reads the inscription on the gem aloud: {{cquote|Whosoever touches this gem shall be granted the power of the Crimson Bands of Cyttorak! Henceforth, you who read these words, shall become ... forevermore ... a human juggernaut!}} The gem channels Cyttorak's power into Marko, transforming him into what Xavier - witnessing the event - called a "human Juggernaut".
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After the canceled ''X-Men'' returned in the mid-1970s, the Juggernaut returned to fight new iteration of the team in ''X-Men'' #101-103 (Oct. 1975 - Feb. 1976). Storylines in ''[[Spider-Woman]]'' #37-38 (April & June 1981) and ''[[The Amazing Spider-Man]]'' #229-230 (June-July 1982) explored the Juggeranut's relationship with ally [[Black Tom Cassidy]]. The X-Men and Spider-Man proved to be regular foes for the character, who appeared in ''Uncanny X-Men'' #183 (July 1984); ''Marvel Team-Up'' #150 (Feb. 1985) and ''Uncanny X-Men'' #194 (June 1985). The Juggernaut guest-starred in ''[[Secret Wars II]]'' #7 (Jan. 1986); battled a new generation of mutants in ''X-Men'' #217-218 (April-June 1987); and appeared in a flashback story in ''[[Marvel Saga]]'' #21 (Aug. 1987) and in a humorous episode in ''[[Excalibur (comics)|Excalibur]]'' #3 (Dec. 1988).


After an initial defeat, the Juggernaut returned in ''X-Men'' #32 - 33 (May - June 1967). The character reappeared in ''Doctor Strange'' #182 (Sep. 1969); ''Amazing Adventures'' #16 (Jan. 1973) and ''Hulk'' #172 (Feb. 1974), and in keeping with the strong focus on continuity in the Marvel universe the combined stories formed a narrative that tracked the development of the Juggeranut's powers.
The Juggernaut also participated in the "[[Acts of Vengeance]]" storyline in ''[[Thor (Marvel Comics)|Thor]]'' #411-412 (both Dec. 1989) and returned in ''Thor'' #429 (Feb. 1991). Other appearances included an encounter with his creator, [[Cyttorak]], in ''[[X-Men Unlimited]]'' #12 (Sept. 1996) and starred in the [[one-shot (comics)|one-shot]] publications ''Juggernaut'' #1 (April 1997)''. The character appeared in ''Juggernaut: The Eighth Day'' #1 (Nov. 1999) and [[Avengers (comics)|Avengers]]'' vol. 3, #23-25 (Dec. 1999 - Feb. 2000) with similarly powered [[avatars]] and attempted at reformation in ''Uncanny X-Men'' #410-413 (Sept.-Dec. 2002) and ''X-Men'' #162-164 (Nov. 2004 - Jan. 2005). The Juggernaut confronted his stepbrother [[Charles Xavier]] &mdash; Professor X, leader of the X-Men &mdash; in ''X-Men: Legacy'' #219 (Feb. 2009), and fought the Hulk in ''Hulk'' #602 (Nov. 2009).


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The Juggernaut returned in ''X-Men'' #101 - 103 (Oct; Dec & Feb. 1976), the relaunched title that featured the first generation of "new" X-Men. Storylines in ''[[Spider-Woman]]'' #37 - 38 (April & June 1981) and ''[[Amazing Spider-Man]]'' #229 - 230 (June - July 1982) explored the Juggeranut's relationship with ally [[Black Tom Cassidy]]. The X-Men and Spider-Man proved to be regular foes for the character, with storylines in ''Uncanny X-Men'' #183 (July 1984); ''Marvel Team-Up'' #150 (Feb. 1985) and ''Uncanny X-Men'' #194 (June 1985). The Juggernaut guest-starred in ''Secret Wars II'' #7 (Jan. 1986); battled an all-new generation of mutants in ''X-Men'' #217 - 218 (April - June 1987); and appears in a flashback story in ''[[Marvel Saga]]'' #21 (Aug. 1987) and a humorous episode in ''[[Excalibur (comics)|Excalibur]]'' #3 (Dec. 1988).
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Writer [[Mike Conroy]] stated, "The characters who debuted during the early years of Marvel's mutant X-Men have been remarkably long-lived, and Cain Marko is no exception."<ref>Conroy, Mike. ''500 Comicbook Villains'', Collins & Brown, 2004.</ref>


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The Juggernaut also participated in the ''[[Acts of Vengeance]]'' storyline in ''Thor'' #411 - 412 (both Dec. 1989) and returned in ''Thor'' #429 (Feb. 1991).
== Character biography ==
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===1960s===
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When Cain Marko and stepbrother [[Charles Xavier]] serve in the [[US Army]] and are stationed in [[Korea]], Marko finds a hidden temple dedicated to the entity [[Cyttorak]]. On entering Marko finds and holds a huge [[ruby]], and reads the inscription on the gem aloud: "Whosoever touches this gem shall be granted the power of the Crimson Bands of Cyttorak! Henceforth, you who read these words, shall become ... forevermore ... a human juggernaut!" The gem channels Cyttorak's power into Marko. When the transformation causes a [[cave-in]], with the character buried and presumably killed, not being heard from again until a sudden assault on the X-Men's headquarters.


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The [[magazine]] ''[[Wizard (magazine)|Wizard]]'' ranked the Juggernaut #188 on their list of the "Top 200 Comic Book Characters of All Time".<ref>http://www.wizarduniverse.com/051308top200characters2.html</ref> In 2009, Juggernaut was also ranked as [[IGN]]'s 19th Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time.<ref>[http://comics.ign.com/top-100-villains/19.html Juggernaut is number 19 ], [[IGN]].</ref>
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Xavier recounts the Juggernaut's origin to the X-Men, and after shrugging off the mansion's defences and brushing aside the X-Men is clearly seen in the final panel as he confronts Xavier. The X-Men regroup and attack, with Xavier summons [[Fantastic Four]] member the [[Human Torch]] to aid the [[mutant (Marvel Comics)|mutant]]s. The Juggernaut is eventually defeated when the [[Angel (Marvel Comics)|Angel]] removes his helmet, making Marko susceptible to a [[telepath]]ic attack by Xavier.<ref>''X-Men'' #12-13 (July & Sept. 1965)</ref>


== Biography ==
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The Juggernaut returns seeking revenge, and is delayed by three of the X-Men while [[Cyclops (comics)|Cyclops]] and [[Jean Grey|Marvel Girl]] - aided by the [[astral]] form of mystic [[Doctor Strange]] - find and use another gem of Cyttorak, which banishes the Juggernaut to the "Crimson Cosmos", the home dimension of Cyttorak.<ref>''X-Men'' #32-33 (May-June 1967)</ref> When the Juggernaut reappears the character has gained mystical abilities and briefly battles the mystic [[Doctor Strange]] before being banished to an [[Parallel universe (fiction)|alternate universe]] by the [[cosmic entity]] [[Eternity (comics)|Eternity]].<ref>''Doctor Strange'' #182 (Sept. 1969)</ref>
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=== 1960s ===
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Cain Marko's transformation causes a [[cave-in]], with the character buried and presumably killed, not being heard from again until a sudden assault on the X-Men's headquarters. The Juggernaut finally reaches the X-Men, and after brushing them aside is clearly seen in the final panel as he confronts Xavier. The X-Men regroup and attack, with Xavier summons [[Fantastic Four]] member the [[Human Torch]] to aid the [[mutant (Marvel Comics)|mutant]]s. The Juggernaut is eventually defeated when the [[Angel (Marvel Comics)|Angel]] removes his helmet, making Marko susceptible to a [[telepath]]ic attack by Xavier.<ref>''X-Men'' #12 - 13 (July & Sep. 1965)</ref>


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The Juggernaut returns seeking revenge, and is delayed by three of the X-Men while [[Cyclops (comics)|Cyclops]] and [[Jean Grey|Marvel Girl]] - aided by the [[astral]] form of mystic [[Doctor Strange]] - find and use another gem of Cyttorak, which banishes the Juggernaut to the "Crimson Cosmos", the home dimension of Cyttorak.<ref>''X-Men'' #32 - 33 (May - June 1967)</ref> When the Juggernaut reappears the character has gained mystical abilities and briefly battles the mystic [[Doctor Strange]] before being banished to an [[Parallel universe (fiction)|alternate universe]] by the [[cosmic entity]] [[Eternity (comics)|Eternity]].<ref>''Doctor Strange'' #182 (Sep. 1969)</ref>
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===1970s===
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The character reappears on Earth through sheer force of will, although the alien dimension is causing the Juggernaut to age rapidly, with the panicking villain battling the former X-Man the [[Beast (comics)|Beast]] before being drawn back to the same dimension.<ref>''Amazing Adventures'' #16 (Jan. 1973)</ref> The Juggernaut is accidentally pulled back to Earth at the [[Hulkbusters|Hulkbuster]] base by an interdimensional device designed to banish the Hulk. The Juggernaut explains to the Hulk in a flashback sequence how an entity from his prison dimension reversed the aging process and removed the mystical powers on the proviso that the villain never return. The Hulk aids the Juggernaut in escaping from the base, but attacks when the Juggernaut threatens a civilian. During the battle the Juggernaut's helmet is removed, and he is surprised and defeated by Professor X; Cyclops and Marvel Girl.<ref name="Hulk #172 Feb. 1974">''Hulk'' #172 (Feb. 1974)</ref>


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=== 1970s ===
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The Juggernaut reappears with [[Black Tom Cassidy]], the brother of X-Man [[Banshee (comics)|Banshee]], battles the first generation of new X-Men. The Juggernaut escapes when Tom apparently falls to his death after a sword [[duel]] with Banshee.<ref>''X-Men'' #101-103 (Oct; Dec & Feb. 1976)</ref>
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The character reappears on Earth through sheer force of will, although the alien dimension is causing the Juggernaut to age rapidly, with the panicking villain battles the former X-Man the [[Beast (comics)|Beast]] before being drawn back to the same dimension.<ref>''Amazing Adventures'' #16 (Jan. 1973)</ref> The Juggernaut is accidentally pulled back to Earth at the [[Hulkbusters|Hulkbuster]] base by an interdimensional device designed to banish the Hulk. The Juggernaut explains to the Hulk in a flashback sequence how an entity from his prison dimension reversed the aging process and removed the mystical powers on the proviso that the villain never return. The Hulk aids the Juggernaut in escaping from the base, but attacks when the Juggernaut threatens a civilian. During the battle the Juggernaut's helmet is removed, and he is surprised and defeated by Professor X; Cyclops and Marvel Girl.<ref>''Hulk'' #172 (Feb. 1974) </ref>


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The Juggernaut reappears with [[Black Tom Cassidy]], the brother of X-Man [[Banshee (comics)|Banshee]], battles the first generation of new X-Men. The Juggernaut escapes when Tom apparently falls to his death after a sword [[duel]] with Banshee.<ref>''X-Men'' #101 - 103 (Oct; Dec & Feb. 1976)</ref>
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===1980s===
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When Black Tom uses his niece [[Siryn]] - who possesses the same powers as her father [[Banshee (comics)|Banshee]] - to steal a shipment of the metal [[vibranium]]. The Juggernaut battles heroine [[Spider-Woman]] and the X-Men when they discover the truth, and escapes when Black Tom is arrested and Siryn is placed in the care of her father.<ref>''Spider-Woman'' #37-38 (April & June 1981)</ref> After his escape from prison, Black Tom decides the [[psychic]] [[Madame Web]] could be useful in his criminal pursuits. On arriving in [[New York City]], Tom sends the Juggernaut to capture Madame Web, with the villain destroying several city blocks and ignoring Spider-Man, who is unable to prevent the villain's progress. The Juggernaut almost kills Web when accidentally removing her from a life support device, and decides to abandon her. A frustrated Spider-Man eventually lures the Juggernaut into setting concrete, who sinks without a trace.<ref>''Amazing Spider-Man'' #229-230 (June-July 1982)</ref>


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=== 1980s ===
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The Juggernaut, in civilian guise, has a bar fight with the X-Man [[Colossus (comics)|Colossus]], who is at first unaware of the villain's true identity.<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #183 (July 1984)</ref> After another battle against Spider-Man and the X-Men,<ref name="Marvel Team-Up' 1985">''Marvel Team-Up'' #150 (Feb. 1985)</ref> the Juggernaut encounters the futuristic [[Sentinel (comics)|Sentinel]] [[Nimrod (comics)|Nimrod]], who humiliates and defeats the villain.<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #194 (June 1985)</ref> The Juggernaut is also one of the villains assembled to battle the [[cosmic entity]] the [[Beyonder]].<ref>''Secret Wars II'' #7 (Jan. 1986)</ref> The Juggernaut battles an all-new generation of X-Men<ref>''X-Men'' #217-218 (April-June 1987)</ref>; appears in a flashback story with the original X-Men<ref>''Marvel Saga'' #21 (Aug. 1987)</ref> and has a humorous encounter with [[Captain Britain]].<ref>''Excalibur'' #3 (Dec. 1988)</ref>
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When Black Tom uses his niece [[Siryn]] - who possesses the same powers as her father [[Banshee (comics)|Banshee]] - to steal a shipment of the metal [[vibranium]]. The Juggernaut battles heroine [[Spider-Woman]] and the X-Men when they discover the truth, and escapes when Black Tom is arrested and Siryn is placed in the care of her father.<ref>''Spider-Woman'' #37 - 38 (April & June 1981)</ref> After his escape from prison, Black Tom decides the [[psychic]] [[Madame Web]] could be useful in his criminal pursuits. On arriving in [[New York City]], Tom sends the Juggernaut to capture Madame Web, with the villain destroying several city blocks and ignoring Spider-Man, who is unable to prevwent the villain's progress. The Juggernaut almost kills Web when accidentally removing her from a life support device, and decides to abandon her. A frustrated Spider-Man eventually lures the Juggernaut into setting concrete, who sinks without a trace.<ref>''Amazing Spider-Man'' #229 - 230 (June - July 1982)</ref>
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The Juggernaut also participates in the ''[[Acts of Vengeance]]'' storyline, battling the Thunder God [[Thor (Marvel Comics)|Thor]] and teen superteam the [[New Warriors]].<ref>''Thor'' #411-412 (both Dec. 1989)</ref>


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The Juggernaut, in civilian guise, has a bar fight with the X-Man [[Colossus (comics)|Colossus]], who is at first unaware of the villain's true identity.<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #183 (July 1984)</ref> After another battle against Spider-Man and the X-Men,<ref>''Marvel Team-Up'' #150 (Feb. 1985)</ref> the Juggernaut encounters the futuristic [[Sentinel (comics)|Sentinel]] [[Nimrod (comics)|Nimrod]], who humliates and defeats the villain.<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #194 (June 1985)</ref> The Juggernaut is also one of the villains assembled to battle the [[cosmic entity]] the [[Beyonder]].<ref>''Secret Wars II'' #7 (Jan. 1986)</ref> The Juggernaut battles an all-new generation of X-Men<ref>''X-Men'' #217 - 218 (April - June 1987)</ref>; appears in a flashback story with the original X-Men<ref>''Marvel Saga'' #21 (Aug. 1987)</ref> and has a humorous encounter with [[Captain Britain]].<ref>''Excalibur'' #3 (Dec. 1988)</ref>
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===1990s===
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[[image:Ultjugg.jpg|170px|"Ultimate Juggernaut", from ''[[Ultimate X-Men]]'' #8 (Sept. 2001).<br>Art by [[Tom Raney]].|thumb]]
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The Juggernaut continues to feature prominently in Marvel titles, starring in [[Parallel universe (fiction)|alternate universe]] adventure;<ref>''What If?'' #13 (May 1990)</ref> battling Thor once again <ref name="Thor #429 Feb. 1991">''Thor'' #429 (Feb. 1991)</ref> and starring opposite other characters such as the mutant team [[X-Force]];<ref>''X-Force'' #2-5 (Sept.-Dec. 1991)</ref> Doctor Strange;<ref>''Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme'' #44 (Aug. 1992)</ref> the Hulk (allied at the time with master villain the [[Red Skull]] and tricking and capturing the Hulk with the same "civilian" guise used against Colossus);<ref>''Hulk'' #402-403 (Feb.-March 1993)</ref> [[mercenary]] [[Deadpool (comics)|Deadpool]];<ref>''Deadpool: The Circle Chase'' #1-2 (Sept.-Aug. 1993)</ref> the villain turned anti-hero [[Venom (Marvel Comics)|Venom]]<ref>''Venom: The Madness'' #1-2 (Nov.-Dec. 1993)</ref> and multiple battles with the X-Men.<ref>''X-Men: The Early Years'' #12 - 13 (April - May 1995); ''X-Men'' #334 (July 1996)</ref> The Juggernaut suffers a major setback during the ''[[Onslaught]]'' storyline, being defeated and then humiliated by the entity when imprisoned in the Gem of Cyttorak. The character, however, eventually manages to escape.<ref>''X-Men Unlimited'' #12 (Sept. 1996)</ref>


The Juggernaut also participates in the ''[[Acts of Vengeance]]'' storyline, battling the Thunder God [[Thor (Marvel Comics)|Thor]] and teen superteam the [[New Warriors]].<ref>''Thor'' #411 - 412 (both Dec. 1989)</ref>
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The character also stars in a solo story<ref>''Juggernaut'' #1 (April 1997)</ref> and the "Eighth Day" storyline, which introduces the entities the [[Exemplars (comics)|Exemplars]]. The Juggernaut and seven other humans are revealed to have all been empowered and corrupted by mystical entities, and as [[avatar]]s enforce their will on Earth.<ref>''Juggernaut: The Eighth Day'' #1 (Nov. 1999)</ref> The Juggernaut resists the influence of Cyttorak and when captured by other Exemplars is aided by the superhero team the ''[[Avengers (comics)|Avengers]]''. Leader [[Captain America]] convinces the other Exemplars that they have been manipulated by the mystical entities, who then decide to leave Earth.<ref>''Avengers'' vol. 3, #23-25 (Dec. 1999 - Feb. 2000)</ref>


===2000s===
=== 1990s to Present ===
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The Juggernaut continues to feature prominently in Marvel titles, starring in [[Parallel universe (fiction)|alternate universe]] adventure;<ref>''What If?'' #13 (May 1990)</ref> battling Thor once again <ref>''Thor'' #429 (Feb. 1991)</ref> and starring opposite other characters such as the mutant team [[X-Force]];<ref>''X-Force'' #2 - 5 (Sep. - Dec. 1991)</ref> Doctor Strange;<ref>''Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme'' #44 (Aug. 1992)</ref> the Hulk (allied at the time with master villain the [[Red Skull]] and tricking and capturing the Hulk with the same "civilian" guise used against Colossus);<ref>''Hulk'' #402 - 403 (Feb. - March 1993)</ref> [[mercenary]] [[Deadpool (comics)|Deadpool]];<ref>''Deadpool: The Circle Chase'' #1 - 2 (Sep. - Aug. 1993)</ref> the villain turned anti-hero [[Venom (Marvel Comics)|Venom]]<ref>''Venom: The Madness'' #1 - 2 (Nov. - Dec. 1993)</ref> and multiple battles with the X-Men.<ref>''X-Men: The Early Years'' #12 - 13 (April - May 1995); ''X-Men'' #334 (July 1996)</ref> The Juggernaut suffers a major setback during the ''[[Onslaught]]'' storyline, being defeated and then humiliated by the entity when imprisoned in the Gem of Cyttorak. The character, however, eventually maanages to escape.<ref>''X-Men Unlimited'' #12 (Sep. 1996)</ref>
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The Juggernaut, courtesy of a ruse engineered by Black Tom Cassidy, eventually allies with and joins the X-Men, the plan being to destroy the team from within. When Cassidy openly betrays the Juggernaut, Marko decides to remain with the X-Men and attempt to change his ways.<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #410 - 411 (Oct. 2002); #412 (Nov. 2002)</ref> The Juggernaut befriends a young mutant boy called [[Sammy Paré]], who helps Marko reform,<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #413 (Nov. 2002)</ref> despite setbacks such as a battle with the [[Canada|Canadian]] superhero team [[Alpha Flight]].<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #432 (Dec. 2003); #433-434 (Jan. 2004)</ref> When Paré, however, discovers that Black Tom Cassidy is preparing to attack the X-Men's headquarters, he is killed. An enraged Juggernaut attacks Cassidy and his allies, with the battle stranding all participants in the alternate dimension the [[Mojo (comics)|Mojoverse]].<ref>''X-Men'' #162-164 (Nov. 2004 - Jan. 2005)</ref>


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The character also stars in a solo story<ref>''Juggernaut'' #1 (April 1997)</ref> and the "Eighth Day" storyline, which introduces the entities the [[Exemplars (comics)|Exemplars]]. The Juggernaut and seven other humans are revealed to have all been empowered and corrupted by mystical entities, and as [[avatar]]s enforce their will on Earth.<ref>''Juggernaut: The Eighth Day'' #1 (Nov. 1999)</ref> The Juggernaut resists the influence of Cyttorak and is aided by the superhero team the ''[[Avengers (comics)|Avengers]]''. Leader [[Captain America]] convinces the other Exemplars that they have been manipulated by the mystical entities, with the now confused humans leaving Earth.<ref>''Avengers'' vol. 3, #23 - 25 (Dec. 1999 - Feb. 2000)</ref>
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The Juggernaut reappears and joins the team ''[[Excalibur (comics)#New Excalibur (2005–2007)|New Excalibur]]'' for a brief period. One storyline expands on the Juggernaut's origin, and reveals that Marko is only the most recent of a series of incarnations of Cyttorak's avatar, with each battling a challenger to the death for the right to retain the entity's power.<ref>''New Excalibur'' #13 - 15 (Jan. - March 2007)</ref> During the ''[[World War Hulk]]'' storyline, the Juggernaut's power begins to wane, but by shunning his stepbrother Xavier and returning to his villainous origin is able to restore the link with Cyttorak.<ref>''World War Hulk; X-Men'' #1-3 (Aug.-Oct. 2007)</ref> Despite an attempt by Xavier to reform Marko, he concedes that redemption is impossible.<ref>''X-Men: Legacy'' #219 (Feb. 2009)</ref>


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The Juggernaut, courtesy of a ruse engineered by Black Tom Cassidy, eventually allies with and joins the X-Men, the plan being to destroy the team from within. When Cassidy openly betrays the Juggernaut, Marko decides to remain with the X-Men and attempt to change his ways.<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #410 - 411 (Oct. 2002); #412 (Nov. 2002)</ref> The Juggernaut befriends a young mutant boy called [[Sammy Paré]], who helps Marko reform,<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #413 (Nov. 2002)</ref> despite setbacks such as a battle with the [[Canada|Canadian]] superhero team [[Alpha Flight]].<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #432 (Dec. 2003); #433 - 434 (Jan. 2004)</ref> When Paré, however, discovers that Black Tom Cassidy is preparing to attack the X-Men's headquarters, he is killed. An enraged Juggernaut attacks Cassidy and his allies, with the battle stranding all participants in the alternate dimension the [[Mojo (comics)|Mojoverse]].<ref>''X-Men'' #162 - 164 (Nov. 2004 - Jan. 2005)</ref>
The Juggernaut has been confirmed as a member of the upcoming new Thunderbolts team, which comes after the events of [[Siege (comics)|Siege]].{{Citation needed|date=April 2010}}

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The Juggernaut reappears and joins the team ''[[Excalibur (comics)#New Excalibur (2005-2007)|New Excalibur]]'' for a brief period. One storyline expands on the Juggernaut's origin, and reveals that Marko is only the most recent of a series of incarnations of Cyttorak's avatar, with each battling a challenger to the death for the right to retain the entity's power.<ref>''New Excalibur'' #13 - 15 (Jan. - March 2007)</ref> During the ''[[World War Hulk]]'' storyline, the Juggernaut's power begins to wane, but by shunning his step-brother Xavier and returning to his villainous origin is able to restore the link with Cyttorak.<ref>''World War Hulk; X-Men'' #1 - 3 (Aug. - Oct. 2007)</ref> Despite an attempt by Xavier to reform Marko, he concedes that redemption is impossible.<ref>''X-Men: Legacy'' #219 (Feb. 2009)</ref>

Bruce Banner bombs Juggernaut's house to help [[Skaar]] prepare for this confrontation.<ref>''Incredible Hulk'' #601</ref> Skaar manages to win his first fight by throwing the Juggernaut into open space, proving to his father he has the ability to use cunningly his physical strength.<ref>Incredible Hulk #602</ref>

During ''[[The Gauntlet (comics)|The Gauntlet]]'' storyline, Spider-Man finds the Juggernaut unconscious. The government comes along and transports the Juggernaut to a secure facility. Spider-Man sneaks into the facility to ask the Juggernaut who did this to him. Then a new [[Captain Universe]] breaks into the room and claims he's there to slay the Juggernaut.<ref>''Amazing Spider-Man'' #627</ref>

In the upcoming ''[[Heroic Age (comics)|Heroic Age]]'' storyline, Juggernaut will be joining the [[Thunderbolts (comics)|Thunderbolts]].<ref name=newsarama100209>{{cite web |first=Chris |last=Arrant |url=http://www.newsarama.com/comics/Thunderbolts-Luke-Cage-100209.html |title=Luke Cage Powers Into THUNDERBOLTS as Heroic Age Leader |publisher=[[Newsarama]] |date=February 9, 2010 |accessdate=February 9, 2010 }}</ref>


==Powers and abilities==
==Powers and abilities==
When Cain Marko finds the Gem of the mystical entity [[Cyttorak]], he is empowered with magical energies and transformed into an immortal [[avatar]].<ref>''Juggernaut: The 8th Day''; ''Avengers'' vol. 3, #24-25 (Jan.-Feb. 2000)</ref> As the Juggernaut, Marko possesses superhuman strength; being capable of shattering mountains,<ref name="Hulk #172 Feb. 1974"/> lifting and using buildings as weapons;<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #361 (Nov. 1998)</ref> extreme durability,<ref name="Thor #429 Feb. 1991"/> which is also amplified by a mystical [[force field]] that grants near [[invulnerability]].<ref name="X-Men #13 Sept. 1965">''X-Men'' #13 (Sept. 1965)</ref> The force field, however, can be neutralized by magic.<ref name="Thor #429 Feb. 1991"/> The Juggernaut is described as physically unstoppable once in motion,<ref name="X-Men #13 Sept. 1965"/> does not tire from physical activity and is able to survive without food, water or oxygen.
Cain Marko found the Gem of Cyttorak, which via a transference of mystical energies transformed him into a magical avatar of the entity.<ref>''Avengers'' vol. 3, #24 - 25 (Jan. - Feb. 2000)</ref> As the Juggernaut, Marko possesses tremendous strength; being capable of shattering mountains<ref>''Hulk'' #172 (Feb. 1974)</ref> and lifting and using buildings as weapons,<ref>''Uncanny X-Men'' #361 (Nov. 1998)</ref> and durability,<ref>''Thor'' #429 (Feb. 1991)</ref> which is amplified by a mystical [[force field]] that grants near [[invulnerability]].<ref>''X-Men'' #13 (Sep. 1965)</ref> The forcefield, however, can be neutralised by magic.<ref name="thor429">''Thor'' #429 (Feb. 1991)</ref> Once in motion, the Juggernaut is like the namesake physically unstoppable.<ref>''X-Men'' #13 (Sep. 1965)</ref> The Juggernaut does not tire from physical activity and can survive without food, water or even oxygen


The character, however, is vulnerable to [[telepathy|mental attacks]], a weakness that has been exploited via the removal of his helmet.<ref name="X-Men #13 Sept. 1965"/> The Juggernaut has circumvented this weakness by on occasion wearing a metal [[skullcap]] inside his main helmet.<ref name="Marvel Team-Up' 1985"/> It is possible for an opponent with sufficient physical strength of their own to turn the Juggernaut's irresistibility against him, by redirecting his motion so he gets stranded in a position in which he has no purchase; both the Hulk and his son, Skaar, have managed this feat.<ref>''World War Hulk: X-Men'' #3</ref><ref>''Incredible Hulk'' #602</ref> Once, the entity Onslaught, which possessed unknowable psionic power, somehow ''ripped the Crimson Gem out of'' (or possibly through) the Juggernaut, subsequently trapping him inside.<ref>''X-Men: Onslaught''</ref>
The Juggernaut is vulnerable to [[telepathy|mental attacks]], a weakness that has been exploited via the removal of his helmet.<ref name="xmen13">''X-Men'' #13 (Sep. 1965)</ref> The character has circumvented this weakness by on occasion wearing a metal [[skullcap]] inside the main helmet.<ref>''Marvel Team-Up'' #150 (Feb. 1985)</ref>


==Other versions==
==Other versions==
===MC2===
The futuristic [[MC2]] imprint title ''[[J2 (comics)|J2]]'' stars the son of the Juggernaut, Zane Yama. Yama joins the future Avengers, and is eventually reunited with his father Cain Marko, who was trapped in an alternate dimension.<ref>''J2'' #1-12 (Oct. 1998 - Oct. 1999)</ref>
The futuristic [[MC2]] imprint title ''[[J2 (comics)|J2]]'' stars the son of the Juggernaut, Zane Yama. Yama joins the future Avengers, and is eventually reunited with his father Cain Marko, who was trapped in an alternate dimension.<ref>''J2'' #1 - 12 (Oct. 1998 - Oct. 1999)</ref>


===Ultimate Juggernaut===
The [[Ultimate Marvel]] imprint title [[Ultimate X-Men]] features an [[Parallel universe (fiction)|alternate universe]] version of the Juggernaut, who was originally part of the [[Weapon X#Ultimate Marvel Universe|Weapon X]] program and has ties to [[Rogue (comics)#Ultimate Rogue|Rogue]], having grown up in the same [[trailer park]].<ref>First seen ''Ultimate X-Men'' #8 (Sept. 2001)</ref>
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[[image:Ultjugg.jpg|170px|right|thumb|"Ultimate Juggernaut", from ''[[Ultimate X-Men]]'' #8 (Sept. 2001).<br>Art by [[Tom Raney]].]]
The [[Ultimate Marvel]] imprint title [[Ultimate X-Men]] features an [[Parallel universe (fiction)|alternate universe]] version of the Juggernaut, who was originally part of the [[Weapon X#Ultimate Marvel Universe|Weapon X]] program and has ties to [[Rogue (comics)#Ultimate Rogue|Rogue]], having grown up in the same [[trailer park]]. At some point in his life he was incarcerated by Weapon X and forced to act as a living weapon under the direction of Col. John Wraith. Juggernaut was part of the strike force that took out the X-Men, forcing them into Weapon X as well. Cain and Rogue shared a cell while both were forced to serve Weapon X. When The [[Brotherhood of Mutants|Brotherhood of Mutant Supremacy]] removed the security implants that were prohibiting the mutants from leaving their cells, Juggernaut fought for his freedom. After the entire ordeal, Cain was offered a place with both Xavier's X-Men and The Brotherhood. Cain chose The Brotherhood, but later left the team for parts unknown.
<ref>First seen ''Ultimate X-Men'' #8 (Sep. 2001)</ref> Cain was captured by SHIELD. However, en route to a prison designed to contain the Hulk, there was an accident and Cain broke free. Retrieving his helmet, be began to track down Rogue, who was a thief along with Gambit, stealing the Cyttorak Gem from the Fenris twins. He also revealed that he had a crush on Rogue. Juggernaut was bonded with the gem when Gambit shoved it into his helmet.<ref>Ultimate X-Men Annual #1</ref> During the ''[[Ultimatum (Ultimate Marvel)|Ultimatum]]'' storyline, Juggernaut helps Rogue in defending the X-Mansion from anti-mutant soldiers led by William Stryker. He is shot in the eye by a poisonous dart fired by one of the anti-mutant soldiers and dies in Rogue's arms.<ref>Ultimate X-Men #99</ref>


==In other media==
==In other media==
===Television===
===Television===
The Juggernaut appeared in several [[animated]] series, including ''[[Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends]]'' voiced by [[William Marshall (film and television actor)|William H. Marshall]] (1981–1983); the [[The Incredible Hulk (1982 animated TV series)|1982 Incredible Hulk series]] voiced by [[Bob Holt (actor)|Bob Holt]]; the X-Men pilot ''[[X-Men: Pryde of the X-Men|Pryde of the X-Men]]'' voiced by [[Patrick Pinney]] (1989); the [[X-Men (TV series)|X-Men]] voiced by Rick Bennett (1992–1997); ''[[X-Men: Evolution]]'' voiced by [[Paul Dobson]] (2000–2003); ''[[Wolverine and the X-Men]]'' (2008); ''[[The Super Hero Squad Show]]'' voiced by [[Tom Kenny]] (2009) and the ''[[Black Panther (TV series)|Black Panther]]'' voiced by [[Peter Lurie]] (2010).
* Juggernaut appeared as the villain in the ''[[Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends]]'' episode "A Firestar is Born" voiced by [[William Marshall (film and television actor)|William H. Marshall]] with stock grunts by [[Bob Holt (actor)|Bob Holt]] from the [[The Incredible Hulk (1982 animated TV series)|1982 Incedible Hulk series]].<ref>[http://www.spider-friends.com/Credits/voices/voices.html]</ref>
* Juggernaut appeared in the 1989 pilot ''[[X-Men: Pryde of the X-Men|Pryde of the X-Men]]'' voiced by [[Patrick Pinney]].<ref>[http://www.superheroeslives.com/cartoons/pryde_of_the_x-men_(1989).htm]</ref> He appears as a member of Magneto's Brotherhood of Mutants.
* The character fully appeared in three episodes of the 1990s [[X-Men (TV series)|animated series]] "The Unstoppable Juggernaut," "Phoenix Saga Part 3: Cry of the Banshee" (with a teaser [[cameo appearance|cameo]] at the end of the previous episode), and "[[Juggernaut Returns]]" voiced by Rick Bennett.<ref>[http://drg4.wariocompany.com/xvillains.html]</ref>. He attempted to get revenge on Xavier, his stepbrother in this continuity, in all three episodes.
* Juggernaut appeared in ''[[X-Men: Evolution]]'' voiced by [[Paul Dobson]].<ref>[http://voicechasers.com/database/showactor.php?actorid=2248]</ref>
* Juggernaut first appears in the ''[[Wolverine and the X-Men]]'' episode "Battle Lines." He is sent by Magneto to break [[Tildie Soames]] out of an MRD facility since he can break the box that she is held in. Juggernaut places a device on her, but a monster manifested from her nightmares sent him flying. In "Breakdown," the X-Men fight Juggernaut when a vision of Jean Grey distracts Cyclops from blasting off Juggernaut's helmet.
* Juggernaut appears in ''[[The Super Hero Squad Show]]'' episode "Enter Dormammu" voiced by [[Tom Kenny]].<ref>[http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0907/28/voices.htm Comics Continuum]</ref> He and Sabretooth fight the Super Hero Squad over an Infinity fractal and end up defeated at the great wall near Villainville.
* Juggernaut appears in the ''[[Black Panther (TV series)|Black Panther]]'' TV series. He is among the villains that help Klaw in his invasion upon Wakanda.


===Film===
===Film===
[[Image:Juggsmovie.PNG|175px|right|thumb|[[Vinnie Jones]] as the Juggernaut in the [[feature film]] ''[[X-Men: The Last Stand]]'' (2006).]]
[[Image:Juggsmovie.PNG|175px|thumb|[[Vinnie Jones]] as the Juggernaut in ''[[X-Men: The Last Stand]]'']]
* Juggernaut appeared in an X-Men (the first film) early draft, but never made it off the concept page.{{Citation needed|date=July 2009}} * In ''[[X-Men: The Last Stand]]'', Juggernaut (played by [[Vinnie Jones]]) serves as one of [[Magneto (comics)|Magneto]]'s Brotherhood Alliance army. In this version, he is a mutant with no explicit connection to [[Professor X|Charles Xavier]]. During the battle on Alcatraz Island, Magneto orders him to destroy the cure, but is foiled by Kitty Pryde and knocked out. Juggernaut's fate is unknown, but is assumed that he has been destroyed during the destruction by the Phoenix on Alcatraz Island. [[Vinnie Jones]], who played the Juggernaut, has said he would like to reprise his role in a spin-off, as he felt there was too little time in ''[[X-Men: The Last Stand]]'' to imbue the character with depth. Jones also suggests that Juggernaut's feelings towards humanity and mutant-kind are neutral, but he is fighting for Magneto because Magneto got to him first. He also used the now famous catchphrase created by the [[#internet parody|internet parody]], "I'm the Juggernaut, Bitch!"<ref>{{cite news | author = Shawn Adler | title = Vinnie Jones Has A Juggernaut Pitch | publisher = [[MTV]] | date = [[2007-08-07]] | url = http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2007/08/07/vinnie-jones-has-a-juggernaut-pitch/ | accessdate=2008-02-09}}</ref>
Actor [[Vinnie Jones]] played the Juggernaut in the feature film ''[[X-Men: The Last Stand]]'' (2006). The cinematic version differs from the original comic creation as the character is a mutant recruited to join Magneto's [[Brotherhood of Evil Mutants]] and has no apparent relation to Charles Xavier.


===Video games===
===Video games===
* Juggernaut is the stage 3 boss in [[LJN]]'s 1988 [[Nintendo Entertainment System|NES]] game, ''[[Marvel's X-Men]]''.
The Juggernaut appears in several [[Arcade game|arcade]] and [[console]] games, including [[LJN]]'s [[Nintendo Entertainment System|NES]] game, ''[[Marvel's X-Men]]'' (1988); [[Data East]]'s ''[[Captain America and the Avengers]]'' (1991); the ''[[X-Men (arcade game)|X-Men]]'' by [[Konami]] (1991); ''[[Spider-Man/X-Men: Arcade's Revenge]]'' (1992); [[X-Men (Sega)|X-Men]] for the [[Mega Drive|Sega Genesis]]; ''[[X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse]]'' [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super NES]] game;''[[X-Men: Children of the Atom (arcade game)|X-Men: Children of the Atom]]'' (1994); [[Marvel Super Heroes (arcade game)|Marvel Super Heroes]]; [[X-Men vs. Street Fighter]]; [[Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes]]; [[Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes]]; ''[[X-Men: Mutant Academy 2]]''; ''[[X-Men: Next Dimension]]'', voiced by [[John DiMaggio]]; ''[[X2: Wolverine's Revenge]]'' voiced by [[Fred Tatasciore]]; ''[[X-Men Legends]]'' and ''[[X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse]]'' voiced by [[John DiMaggio]]; the [[Game Boy Advance]] version of ''[[X-Men: The Official Game]]''; the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of ''[[Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2]]'', with John DiMaggio reprising his role and the ''[[Marvel Super Hero Squad (video game)|Marvel Super Hero Squad]]'' video game (2009) voiced by [[Tom Kenny]].
* Juggernaut is a boss in [[Data East]]'s 1991 arcade game, ''[[Captain America and the Avengers]]''.<ref>[http://www.gamefaqs.com/console/snes/file/588241/15963]</ref>
* Juggernaut is the stage 5 boss in the ''[[X-Men (arcade game)|X-Men]]'' [[arcade game]] by [[Konami]].<ref>[http://www.gamefaqs.com/coinop/arcade/file/575527/24552]</ref>
* Juggernaut was one of two bosses, along with [[Apocalypse (comics)|Apocalypse]], for Wolverine's stage in the 1992 game ''[[Spider-Man/X-Men: Arcade's Revenge]]''.<ref>{{cite web|author=Brett Alan Weiss|title=Synopsis: Spider-Man/X-Men: Arcade's Revenge|url=http://www.allgame.com/cg/agg.dll?p=agg&sql=1:14572|publisher=[[Allgame]]|accessdate=2009-01-07}}</ref>
* Juggernaut appears in [[X-Men (Sega)|X-Men]] for the [[Mega Drive|Sega Genesis]].<ref>[http://www.mobygames.com/game/genesis/x-men/screenshots/gameShotId,31218/]</ref>
* Juggernaut appears as a [[Danger Room]] simulation in the ''[[X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse]]'' [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super NES]] game.<ref>[http://www.gamefaqs.com/console/snes/file/588874/45161]</ref>
* Juggernaut appears as a character in several of [[Capcom]]'s Marvel-based [[fighting game]]s, beginning with ''[[X-Men: Children of the Atom (arcade game)|X-Men: Children of the Atom]]'' as a ''unplayable'' character and as the semi-final boss; but selectable in [[Marvel Super Heroes (arcade game)|Marvel Super Heroes]]; and in the ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom (series)|Marvel vs. Capcom]]'' crossover series in [[X-Men vs. Street Fighter]], in [[Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes]] as a ''striker'', and in [[Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes]]<ref>http://www.gamefaqs.com/console/ps2/game/561477.html</ref>.
* Juggernaut appears as a boss in ''[[X-Men: Mutant Academy 2]]''.
* Juggernaut appears as playable character in ''[[X-Men: Next Dimension]]'' voiced by [[John DiMaggio]].
* Juggernaut appeared as a boss in ''[[X2: Wolverine's Revenge]]'' voiced by [[Fred Tatasciore]]. He is shown as a prisoner of "The Void" until [[Sabretooth (comics)|Sabretooth]] releases him. After Wolverine defeats him, Colossus takes Juggernaut back to The Void.
* Juggernaut appeared as an enemy in ''[[X-Men Legends]]'' voiced by [[John DiMaggio]]. A flashback level featured the X-Men fighting Juggernaut to keep him from reaching Professor X. The X-Men later fight Juggernaut when he attacks [[Forge (comics)|Forge]] at the Mutant Research Center on [[Muir Island]]. After being defeated and placed in a special cell, Juggernaut mentions that he was paid by someone whose name he doesn't know to retrieve the Astral Gate from the Mutant Research Center.<ref>[http://www.gamefaqs.com/console/ps2/file/914643/32724]</ref>
* John DiMaggio returns as Juggernaut, now upgraded to playable status, in ''[[X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse]]''. He is shown as one of the latest members of the Brotherhood of Mutants.{{Citation needed|date=November 2008}}
* Juggernaut appears in the [[Game Boy Advance]] version of ''[[X-Men: The Official Game]]'' as a boss character. The X-Men run into him in the Alkali Lake facility where Juggernaut is destroying generators. Here, Juggernaut asks the X-Men if "Chuck" sent them to stop him, meaning there may be a connection between the movie versions of Juggernaut & Xavier. It isn't made clear in the game's dialogue if they're step-brothers or not.
* Juggernaut is a playable character in the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of ''[[Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2]]'' with John DiMaggio reprising his role. He is only available pre-ordered the title from [[GameStop]] and downloadable content of him compalitible pack to play online with someone who has the pre-order. Juggernaut's modern costume is his default and his Ultimate Universe counterpart appears as an unlockable alternate costume.{{Citation needed|date=June 2009}}


===Internet parody===
===Internet parody===
On [[May 22]], [[2003]], the parody troupe My Way Entertainment released "The Juggernaut Bitch!!", an [[overdubbing|overdub]] of part of the ''[[X-Men (TV series)|X-Men]]'' animated TV series episode "[[List of X-Men episodes|Phoenix Saga Part 3: Cry of the Banshee]]". "The Juggernaut Bitch!!" uses a variety of [[slang]], [[profanity]], and [[non sequitur]]s through ad-libbing. The parody includes the often-repeated line, "Don’t you know who the fuck I am? I’m the Juggernaut, bitch!" At first, the clip was made available on the duo's college website but when [[YouTube]] became popular so did the parody.
In 2005, an internet parody video appeared on [[YouTube]] called The Juggernaut, Bitch!! which featured an episode of The X-Men 1990's animated series dubbed over by actors. The episode featured the Juggernaut as the central villain constantly shouting "I'm The Juggernaut, Bitch!!". The phrase was later used by Vinnie Jones in the third film.{{Citation needed|date=April 2010}}

The clip became a popular [[Internet meme]],<ref>[http://campusalive.com/tigerweekly/06-14-2006/3082 Covering The Louisiana State University Community (LSU) - Tigerweekly.com<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> so popular that the line was included in ''[[X-Men: The Last Stand]]'' during Juggernaut's fight with [[Kitty Pryde]], albeit with a slight tidying up. In June 2006, My Way released a [[sequel]] "J2: Juggment Day," using footage from "Juggernaut Returns". On [[June 10]], [[2007]], My Way released a second sequel entitled "J3: Shadow of the Colossi" on their website.


===Books===
===Books===
* In the ''X-Men''/''[[Star Trek]]'' crossover novel ''[[Planet X (Star Trek)|Planet X]]'', [[Wolverine (comics)|Wolverine]] programs the [[holodeck]] of the ''[[USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-E)|Enterprise-E]]'' to simulate Juggernaut (along with [[Sabretooth (comics)|Sabretooth]], [[Unus the Untouchable]], and the [[Blob (comics)|Blob]]) for him and [[Worf]] to fight.{{Citation needed|date=September 2008}}
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The character is the main focus of the novel ''X-Men: The Jewels of Cyttorak'', written by Dean Wesley Smith and Chuck Wojtkiewicz (1997) (ISBN 1572973293) and also features in the third volume of the ''X-Men: Mutant Empire'' trilogy, fighting alongside the X-Men to stop Magneto from conquering [[Manhattan]] (1997) (ISBN 0425166406).

* Juggernaut is also the main focus of the novel ''X-Men: The Jewels of Cyttorak'' (ISBN 1572973293), where an archeological dig reveals a fragment of an emerald from the same lost city of Cyttorak.

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* Juggernaut is also featured in the third novel of the ''X-Men: Mutant Empire'' trilogy, fighting alongside the X-Men to stop Magneto from conquering Manhattan.


==See also==
==See also==
*"[[Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut!]]"
*"[[Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut!]]"


==Footnotes==
==References==
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* [http://www.uncannyxmen.net/db/spotlight/showquestion.asp?faq=10&fldAuto=96 UncannyXmen.net, Spotlight feature on Juggernaut]
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Juggernaut
healing factor

Force field generation
Virtually unstoppable while in motion

The Juggernaut (Cain Marko) is a

fictional character that appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in X-Men #12 (July 1965), and was created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby
.

Debuting in the

television series; video games and a feature film
.

Publication history

Origin

Writer Mike Conroy stated "The characters who debuted during the early years of Marvel's mutant X-Men have been remarkably long-lived, and Cain Marko is no exception."[1]

The character

US Army and were stationed in Korea, Marko found a hidden temple dedicated to entity Cyttorak. On entering Marko finds and holds a huge ruby
, and reads the inscription on the gem aloud:

Whosoever touches this gem shall be granted the power of the Crimson Bands of Cyttorak! Henceforth, you who read these words, shall become ... forevermore ... a human juggernaut!

The gem channels Cyttorak's power into Marko, transforming him into what Xavier - witnessing the event - called a "human Juggernaut".

After an initial defeat, the Juggernaut returned in X-Men #32 - 33 (May - June 1967). The character reappeared in Doctor Strange #182 (Sep. 1969); Amazing Adventures #16 (Jan. 1973) and Hulk #172 (Feb. 1974), and in keeping with the strong focus on continuity in the Marvel universe the combined stories formed a narrative that tracked the development of the Juggeranut's powers.

The Juggernaut returned in X-Men #101 - 103 (Oct; Dec & Feb. 1976), the relaunched title that featured the first generation of "new" X-Men. Storylines in

Amazing Spider-Man #229 - 230 (June - July 1982) explored the Juggeranut's relationship with ally Black Tom Cassidy. The X-Men and Spider-Man proved to be regular foes for the character, with storylines in Uncanny X-Men #183 (July 1984); Marvel Team-Up #150 (Feb. 1985) and Uncanny X-Men #194 (June 1985). The Juggernaut guest-starred in Secret Wars II #7 (Jan. 1986); battled an all-new generation of mutants in X-Men #217 - 218 (April - June 1987); and appears in a flashback story in Marvel Saga #21 (Aug. 1987) and a humorous episode in Excalibur
#3 (Dec. 1988).

The Juggernaut also participated in the Acts of Vengeance storyline in Thor #411 - 412 (both Dec. 1989) and returned in Thor #429 (Feb. 1991).

The magazine Wizard ranked the Juggernaut #188 on their list of the "Top 200 Comic Book Characters of All Time".[2] In 2009, Juggernaut was also ranked as IGN's 19th Greatest Comic Book Villain of All Time.[3]

Biography

1960s

Cain Marko's transformation causes a

telepathic attack by Xavier.[4]

The Juggernaut returns seeking revenge, and is delayed by three of the X-Men while

alternate universe by the cosmic entity Eternity.[6]

1970s

The character reappears on Earth through sheer force of will, although the alien dimension is causing the Juggernaut to age rapidly, with the panicking villain battles the former X-Man the

Beast before being drawn back to the same dimension.[7] The Juggernaut is accidentally pulled back to Earth at the Hulkbuster base by an interdimensional device designed to banish the Hulk. The Juggernaut explains to the Hulk in a flashback sequence how an entity from his prison dimension reversed the aging process and removed the mystical powers on the proviso that the villain never return. The Hulk aids the Juggernaut in escaping from the base, but attacks when the Juggernaut threatens a civilian. During the battle the Juggernaut's helmet is removed, and he is surprised and defeated by Professor X; Cyclops and Marvel Girl.[8]

The Juggernaut reappears with

Banshee, battles the first generation of new X-Men. The Juggernaut escapes when Tom apparently falls to his death after a sword duel with Banshee.[9]

1980s

When Black Tom uses his niece

Banshee - to steal a shipment of the metal vibranium. The Juggernaut battles heroine Spider-Woman and the X-Men when they discover the truth, and escapes when Black Tom is arrested and Siryn is placed in the care of her father.[10] After his escape from prison, Black Tom decides the psychic Madame Web could be useful in his criminal pursuits. On arriving in New York City, Tom sends the Juggernaut to capture Madame Web, with the villain destroying several city blocks and ignoring Spider-Man, who is unable to prevwent the villain's progress. The Juggernaut almost kills Web when accidentally removing her from a life support device, and decides to abandon her. A frustrated Spider-Man eventually lures the Juggernaut into setting concrete, who sinks without a trace.[11]

The Juggernaut, in civilian guise, has a bar fight with the X-Man

Colossus, who is at first unaware of the villain's true identity.[12] After another battle against Spider-Man and the X-Men,[13] the Juggernaut encounters the futuristic Sentinel Nimrod, who humliates and defeats the villain.[14] The Juggernaut is also one of the villains assembled to battle the cosmic entity the Beyonder.[15] The Juggernaut battles an all-new generation of X-Men[16]; appears in a flashback story with the original X-Men[17] and has a humorous encounter with Captain Britain.[18]

The Juggernaut also participates in the Acts of Vengeance storyline, battling the Thunder God Thor and teen superteam the New Warriors.[19]

1990s to Present

The Juggernaut continues to feature prominently in Marvel titles, starring in

Venom[26] and multiple battles with the X-Men.[27] The Juggernaut suffers a major setback during the Onslaught storyline, being defeated and then humiliated by the entity when imprisoned in the Gem of Cyttorak. The character, however, eventually maanages to escape.[28]

The character also stars in a solo story[29] and the "Eighth Day" storyline, which introduces the entities the Exemplars. The Juggernaut and seven other humans are revealed to have all been empowered and corrupted by mystical entities, and as avatars enforce their will on Earth.[30] The Juggernaut resists the influence of Cyttorak and is aided by the superhero team the Avengers. Leader Captain America convinces the other Exemplars that they have been manipulated by the mystical entities, with the now confused humans leaving Earth.[31]

The Juggernaut, courtesy of a ruse engineered by Black Tom Cassidy, eventually allies with and joins the X-Men, the plan being to destroy the team from within. When Cassidy openly betrays the Juggernaut, Marko decides to remain with the X-Men and attempt to change his ways.

Sammy Paré, who helps Marko reform,[33] despite setbacks such as a battle with the Canadian superhero team Alpha Flight.[34] When Paré, however, discovers that Black Tom Cassidy is preparing to attack the X-Men's headquarters, he is killed. An enraged Juggernaut attacks Cassidy and his allies, with the battle stranding all participants in the alternate dimension the Mojoverse.[35]

The Juggernaut reappears and joins the team New Excalibur for a brief period. One storyline expands on the Juggernaut's origin, and reveals that Marko is only the most recent of a series of incarnations of Cyttorak's avatar, with each battling a challenger to the death for the right to retain the entity's power.[36] During the World War Hulk storyline, the Juggernaut's power begins to wane, but by shunning his step-brother Xavier and returning to his villainous origin is able to restore the link with Cyttorak.[37] Despite an attempt by Xavier to reform Marko, he concedes that redemption is impossible.[38]

Bruce Banner bombs Juggernaut's house to help Skaar prepare for this confrontation.[39] Skaar manages to win his first fight by throwing the Juggernaut into open space, proving to his father he has the ability to use cunningly his physical strength.[40]

During

The Gauntlet storyline, Spider-Man finds the Juggernaut unconscious. The government comes along and transports the Juggernaut to a secure facility. Spider-Man sneaks into the facility to ask the Juggernaut who did this to him. Then a new Captain Universe breaks into the room and claims he's there to slay the Juggernaut.[41]

In the upcoming Heroic Age storyline, Juggernaut will be joining the Thunderbolts.[42]

Powers and abilities

Cain Marko found the Gem of Cyttorak, which via a transference of mystical energies transformed him into a magical avatar of the entity.

invulnerability.[47] The forcefield, however, can be neutralised by magic.[48] Once in motion, the Juggernaut is like the namesake physically unstoppable.[49]
The Juggernaut does not tire from physical activity and can survive without food, water or even oxygen

The Juggernaut is vulnerable to mental attacks, a weakness that has been exploited via the removal of his helmet.[50] The character has circumvented this weakness by on occasion wearing a metal skullcap inside the main helmet.[51]

Other versions

MC2

The futuristic

J2 stars the son of the Juggernaut, Zane Yama. Yama joins the future Avengers, and is eventually reunited with his father Cain Marko, who was trapped in an alternate dimension.[52]

Ultimate Juggernaut

"Ultimate Juggernaut", from Ultimate X-Men #8 (Sept. 2001).
Art by Tom Raney.

The

Rogue, having grown up in the same trailer park. At some point in his life he was incarcerated by Weapon X and forced to act as a living weapon under the direction of Col. John Wraith. Juggernaut was part of the strike force that took out the X-Men, forcing them into Weapon X as well. Cain and Rogue shared a cell while both were forced to serve Weapon X. When The Brotherhood of Mutant Supremacy
removed the security implants that were prohibiting the mutants from leaving their cells, Juggernaut fought for his freedom. After the entire ordeal, Cain was offered a place with both Xavier's X-Men and The Brotherhood. Cain chose The Brotherhood, but later left the team for parts unknown.
Ultimatum storyline, Juggernaut helps Rogue in defending the X-Mansion from anti-mutant soldiers led by William Stryker. He is shot in the eye by a poisonous dart fired by one of the anti-mutant soldiers and dies in Rogue's arms.[55]

In other media

Television

Film

Vinnie Jones as the Juggernaut in X-Men: The Last Stand
  • Juggernaut appeared in an X-Men (the first film) early draft, but never made it off the concept page.[citation needed] * In X-Men: The Last Stand, Juggernaut (played by Vinnie Jones) serves as one of Magneto's Brotherhood Alliance army. In this version, he is a mutant with no explicit connection to Charles Xavier. During the battle on Alcatraz Island, Magneto orders him to destroy the cure, but is foiled by Kitty Pryde and knocked out. Juggernaut's fate is unknown, but is assumed that he has been destroyed during the destruction by the Phoenix on Alcatraz Island. Vinnie Jones, who played the Juggernaut, has said he would like to reprise his role in a spin-off, as he felt there was too little time in X-Men: The Last Stand to imbue the character with depth. Jones also suggests that Juggernaut's feelings towards humanity and mutant-kind are neutral, but he is fighting for Magneto because Magneto got to him first. He also used the now famous catchphrase created by the internet parody, "I'm the Juggernaut, Bitch!"[61]

Video games

Internet parody

On

Phoenix Saga Part 3: Cry of the Banshee". "The Juggernaut Bitch!!" uses a variety of slang, profanity, and non sequiturs through ad-libbing. The parody includes the often-repeated line, "Don’t you know who the fuck I am? I’m the Juggernaut, bitch!" At first, the clip was made available on the duo's college website but when YouTube
became popular so did the parody.

The clip became a popular Internet meme,[69] so popular that the line was included in X-Men: The Last Stand during Juggernaut's fight with Kitty Pryde, albeit with a slight tidying up. In June 2006, My Way released a sequel "J2: Juggment Day," using footage from "Juggernaut Returns". On June 10, 2007, My Way released a second sequel entitled "J3: Shadow of the Colossi" on their website.

Books

  • Juggernaut is also the main focus of the novel X-Men: The Jewels of Cyttorak (ISBN 1572973293), where an archeological dig reveals a fragment of an emerald from the same lost city of Cyttorak.
  • Juggernaut is also featured in the third novel of the X-Men: Mutant Empire trilogy, fighting alongside the X-Men to stop Magneto from conquering Manhattan.

See also

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