Marvel's Amadeus Cho Explained: Who Is the Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Character?

Amadeus Cho: Marvel's Brainy, Powerful Teen Hero

While Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man centers on a new Peter Parker, the animated series delves deep into the Marvel Universe. Many supporting characters are based on comic book heroes and villains, including Amadeus Cho, one of Peter's Oscorp interns. But who is Amadeus Cho, and why is he a significant teen hero? Let's explore:

Who is Amadeus Cho?

Amadeus Cho is among the Marvel Universe's most intelligent individuals, despite his young age. His brilliance and rebellious nature often lead him into conflicts with authority, resulting in periods spent evading the law. He's known for his affinity for fugitive heroes like the Hulk and Hercules, and his unwavering loyalty to friends.

Amadeus's intellectual prowess is matched by his physical strength. He briefly became the Hulk after absorbing Bruce Banner's gamma radiation. Though the classic Hulk has returned, Amadeus continues his heroic endeavors as Brawn. He's a potent force for good, regardless of his moniker.

Amadeus Cho's Powers and Abilities

Amadeus possesses exceptional intelligence, officially ranked as the seventh smartest person in the Marvel Universe. His pattern recognition and mental calculation skills are extraordinary, though this intense mental activity often leaves him ravenous.

His time as the Hulk granted him immense strength, regeneration, and durability. Unlike the classic Hulk, Amadeus retains his intelligence and personality in his transformed state, avoiding the rage-fueled persona.

Currently operating as Brawn, his power level is slightly diminished compared to his Hulk form, but he can still fully transform when necessary.

Amadeus Cho's Comic Book History

Created by Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa, Amadeus debuted in 2005's Amazing Fantasy Vol. 2 #15. He gained recognition as the world's seventh smartest man after winning an Excello Soap Company competition. Tragedy struck when the sponsor targeted him, leading to his family's death and his subsequent life on the run. A chance encounter with the Hulk forged a lasting friendship.

Amadeus played a crucial role in 2007's World War Hulk crossover, teaming up with Hercules. Their adventures continued in The Incredible Hercules series. This partnership led to iconic moments, such as [insert image showcasing Cho and Hercules].

After absorbing Bruce Banner's gamma radiation, Amadeus became the Hulk, his journey documented in Totally Awesome Hulk. He also joined the Champions, alongside Ms. Marvel, Nova, Viv Vision, and a time-displaced Cyclops. [Insert image showcasing Amadeus as Hulk/Totally Awesome Hulk].

Now, with Banner back as the Hulk, Amadeus operates as Brawn, a hero combining immense power with exceptional intellect.

Amadeus Cho Beyond the Comics

Amadeus's popularity has led to appearances in Marvel's animated and video game projects. He's a playable character in games like Marvel Future Fight, Marvel Puzzle Quest, and Avengers Academy, and features in LEGO Marvel games.

In animation, he appeared in Ultimate Spider-Man and Lego Marvel Super Heroes: Avengers Reassembled, often portrayed as Iron Spider. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man marked his first appearance as the Totally Awesome Hulk (voiced by Ki Hong Lee).

In Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, voiced by Aleks Le, Amadeus is a confident scientist and Peter Parker's intern. His eventual transformation into a super-powered hero remains to be seen, but given the series' pattern of using comic book characters, it's highly anticipated.

A future MCU appearance is also likely, given his mother's minor role in Avengers: Age of Ultron.