Abdul Alhazred Abd-el-Hazred - marvel

Abdul Alhazred Abd-el-Hazred, better known as the Mad Arab, is a mysterious figure in Marvel lore, infamous for his authorship of the Necronomicon and his ties to the Darkhold. A once-mortal scholar who delved too deeply into forbidden knowledge, he became consumed by the eldritch powers of Chthon and other primordial entities. His works and rituals continue to shape Marvel’s mystical landscape, making him one of the most dangerous occultists. Though centuries have passed since his supposed death, his writings, incantations, and influence endure, often resurfacing to torment Earth’s greatest mystics. Characters like Doctor Strange and the Scarlet Witch often find themselves combating threats tied to Alhazred’s legacy, making him more a looming shadow of corruption than a direct combatant.

Abdul Alhazred is characterized by obsession, paranoia, and an insatiable hunger for forbidden knowledge. His brilliance as a scholar is matched only by his recklessness, as he willingly sacrificed his sanity and humanity in pursuit of ultimate truths. His writings reveal a mind fractured by exposure to otherworldly forces, often blending genius with madness. Despite his madness, he is cunning, manipulative, and fully aware of the dangers his works present. He has little regard for morality, viewing the universe through a lens of inevitable decay and cosmic horror. His followers see him as a prophet, while his enemies regard him as a heretic who opened doors best left sealed.

Fans of Marvel’s mystical side see Abdul Alhazred as both fascinating and terrifying. He embodies the darker aspects of Marvel’s magical mythos, a character who adds cosmic horror flavor to the universe. While not a front-line villain, his legacy in the form of the Necronomicon and the Darkhold makes him one of the most impactful occult figures. Netizens often compare him to H.P. Lovecraft’s literary figure, noting Marvel’s clever adaptation into its lore. Some appreciate his role as a shadowy influence shaping Doctor Strange and Scarlet Witch’s battles, while others consider him more of a myth than a traditional villain. Overall, he garners respect as an essential part of Marvel’s eldritch storytelling.

"The stars whisper their truths to those who dare to listen."

"Knowledge is the truest curse of all."

"Chthon’s will is eternal, and so shall be mine."

"The living are but shadows of the great void."

Studying ancient texts, Occult rituals, Astral projection

• Chthon

  Trust

  90%
  Type

  Mentor

  • Received forbidden knowledge (Trust +20%)

• Doctor Strange

  Trust

  10%
  Type

  Rival

  • Strange banished his summoned entities (Trust -15%)

• Scarlet Witch

  Trust

  30%
  Type

  Traitor

  • Wanda resisted Darkhold influence (Trust -10%)

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