Green Goblin
Spider-Man's arch-nemesis and a mad scientist
A green goblin-like fighter that Norman Osborn and others transform into. A villain who enhances physical abilities with chemicals and battles Spider-Man.
Quotes
- “We will all soon know what it is to be truly afraid.”
- “The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the water spout...”
- “Criminals are a superstitious cowardly lot.”
- “You can't stop the Green Goblin!”
- “Is it madness or courage?”
Trivia
- Norman Osborn's Green Goblin initially appeared as a friend of Peter Parker's father.
- The Green Goblin is not just one person; multiple characters have taken on the identity.
- Pumpkin Bombs are famous for their pumpkin-shaped explosives.
- The Green Gloves provide superhuman grip strength.
- Appeared multiple times as the leader of the Sinister Six.
Alternate names
Green Goblin
Norman Osborn
Harry Osborn
Harry Osborn
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Wears a green goblin-like mask and armor, characterized by sharp ears and claws. The enhanced suit is equipped with a glider and various weapons.
- Height
- About 180cm
- Weight
- Secret
- Hair color
- Orange
- Distinguishing features
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- Green Goblin Mask
- Pointed Goblin-like Ears
- Sharp Claws
- Iconic items
-
- Goblin Glider (Flying Wings)
- Pumpkin Bombs
- Green Gloves (Enhanced Gloves)
- Goblin Bazooka
- Green Combat Suit from the Story
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Ruthless
- Detailed personality
- Norman Osborn is ambitious and ruthless, cunning, and has a psychotic side. He harbors an obsessive enmity towards Spider-Man and excels in sabotage.
- Keywords
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- Ruthless
- Intelligent
- Obsessive
- Insane
- Schemer
- Ambitious
- Motto
- Might Makes Right
- Talents
-
- Genius Scientist
- Knowledge of Chemical Compounds
- Advanced Strategic Thinking
- Physical Enhancement
- Weapon Development
- Skills
-
- Pyrotechnics Operation
- Combat Skills
- Aerial Piloting (Goblin Glider)
- Disguise
- Psychological Manipulation
- Motivation
- Achieving his ambitions and eliminating Spider-Man
- Habits
- Often loses rationality when driven by anger or jealousy
- Weapon
- Pumpkin Bombs, Goblin Glider, Green Gloves
- Disliked people
- Spider-Man, Harry Osborn
- Disliked situations
- Defeat, Betrayal
History
- Backstory
- Norman Osborn is a businessman and scientist. He used a chemical he developed for his company's military project to enhance himself and transform into the Green Goblin. In most cases, he appears as Spider-Man's archenemy, carrying out personal vendettas and destructive activities.
- Debut date
- July 1, 1964
- Work title
- The Amazing Spider-Man
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Vol.1 #14
First Appearance as Green Goblin
- Significant event
- First Appearance as Green Goblin
- Description
- Norman Osborn transforms into the Green Goblin and begins confronting Spider-Man.
Spider-Man's Near-Death Crisis
- Significant event
- Spider-Man's Near-Death Crisis
- Description
- The Green Goblin inflicted great damage on Mary Jane and Peter Parker, threatening Peter's life.
Death of Norman Osborn
- Significant event
- Death of Norman Osborn
- Description
- After several battles, he once died due to his own actions, but later another person took on the role of Green Goblin.
Relationships
Norman Osborn
Father
The original Green Goblin.
Harry Osborn
Child
His son, who sometimes becomes the Green Goblin as a successor.
Harry Osborn
Rival
Complex relationship as both son and rival.
Otto Octavius
Rival
Rivalry and antagonism between fellow scientists.
Sinister Six
Sinister Six: leader
Evil Organizations
Evil Organizations: unknown
Media appearances
The Amazing Spider-Man
Manga / Protagonist
1960s serialization start
Spider-Man (Japanese Anime)
Anime / Protagonist
1978
Spider-Man (2002) Series
Movie / Antagonist
2002-2007
Marvel's Spider-Man
Game / Antagonist
2018 release
Voice cast and creators
Atsuko Tanaka
- Voice actor
- Atsuko Tanaka
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 2002 Movie Dub
Willem Dafoe
- Voice actor
- Willem Dafoe
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- 2002 Movie Version
- Notes
- Role of the original Green Goblin
Stan Lee
- Creator name
- Stan Lee
- Role
- Original author
Steve Ditko
- Creator name
- Steve Ditko
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Green Goblin Action Figure
- Item name
- Green Goblin Action Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Pumpkin Bomb Replica
- Item name
- Pumpkin Bomb Replica
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Limited