Thing (comics) facts for kids

A cosplayer dressed up as the Thing.

Benjamin Joseph Grimm, often called The Thing, is a popular fictional character and superhero from Marvel Comics. He was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby. The Thing first appeared in a comic book called Fantastic Four #1 in November 1961.

Ben Grimm got his amazing powers after being exposed to a special kind of energy from space, called a cosmic storm. This happened while he was on a space mission with his friends. His main power is incredible strength, and he is known for his famous catchphrase, "It's clobberin' time!" The Thing has also appeared in movies, played by actors like Michael Chiklis and Jamie Bell.

Who is The Thing?

The Thing is a very strong hero with a unique look. His skin is made of orange, rock-like plates, which makes him super tough. Even though he looks a bit scary, Ben Grimm is known for being loyal, brave, and having a good heart. He often jokes around, but he is always ready to protect his friends and innocent people.

How The Thing Got His Powers

Ben Grimm was a talented pilot and a good friend of Reed Richards. Reed, Ben, Sue Storm, and Johnny Storm went on a space trip. During their journey, their spaceship flew through a dangerous cosmic storm. This storm changed their bodies in unexpected ways.

When they returned to Earth, Ben Grimm found himself transformed into a large, rocky creature. This change was permanent, and it made him very strong and durable. While his friends also gained powers, Ben's transformation was the most dramatic.

His Amazing Abilities

The Thing has several incredible powers that make him a powerful superhero:

• Super Strength: He can lift incredibly heavy objects and punch through almost anything. His strength is one of the highest among Marvel heroes.
• Super Durability: His rock-like skin makes him almost impossible to hurt. Bullets bounce off him, and he can survive huge explosions.
• Fighting Skills: Even before he got his powers, Ben was a skilled fighter and pilot. He uses his experience in battles, making him a formidable opponent.

The Fantastic Four Team

The Thing is a key member of the Fantastic Four. This team includes:

• Mister Fantastic (Reed Richards): The leader, who can stretch his body into any shape.
• Invisible Woman (Sue Storm): Reed's wife, who can turn invisible and create force fields.
• Human Torch (Johnny Storm): Sue's brother, who can burst into flames and fly.

Together, the Fantastic Four use their different powers to explore new worlds, fight villains, and protect the Earth from threats. The Thing's strength and loyalty are essential to the team's success.

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In Spanish: Thing (personaje) para niños