Homonym: Max Eisenhardt (Magneto)
Max Eisenhardt, also known as Magneto, is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe. He first appeared in X-Men #1 in 1963, created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby. As a powerful mutant, he possesses the ability to manipulate magnetic fields and control metal, making him one of the most formidable characters in the series.
Eisenhardt's backstory includes a traumatic childhood during the Holocaust, which shapes his worldview and often leads him to conflict with humans. He is frequently portrayed as an antagonist to the X-Men, but his complex character also reveals a desire to protect mutantkind from persecution.