Apocalypse is a powerful and malevolent character from the Marvel Universe, first appearing in the Marvel Comics series "X-Factor" in 1986. He is a mutant with vast and varied powers, and is one of the greatest threats faced by the X-Men and the Marvel Universe. Apocalypse's story begins in ancient Egypt, where he was born as the son of the wealthy merchant En Sabah Nur. From a young age, En Sabah Nur displayed extraordinary powers and abilities, including strength, speed, agility, and regenerative powers. As he grew older, En Sabah Nur began to embrace his powers and the idea of survival of the fittest. He came to believe that only the strongest and most powerful beings should survive, and that the weak and unworthy should be cast aside. This belief led him to embrace the name Apocalypse, and he began a quest to conquer the world and impose his will on all living beings. As Apocalypse, the character has access to a wide range of powers and abilities, including superhuman strength, speed, agility, and durability. He also has the ability to manipulate energy and matter, allowing him to create and control powerful energy blasts, teleport himself and others, and even change his own physical form. Throughout his long and storied career, Apocalypse has clashed with many of the Marvel Universe's greatest heroes, including the X-Men, the Avengers, and the Fantastic Four. Despite their best efforts, these heroes have often struggled to defeat Apocalypse, making him one of the most formidable and dangerous villains in the Marvel Universe
Shang-Chi, also known as the "Master of Kung Fu," is a fictional superhero in the Marvel Comics universe. He made his first appearance in Special Marvel Edition #15 in December 1973 and was created by Steve Englehart and Jim Starlin. Shang-Chi is considered to be one of the greatest martial artists in the Marvel Universe, with incredible agility, reflexes, and strength. Shang-Chi's history begins with his father, the infamous criminal mastermind Fu Manchu. Shang-Chi was raised and trained by his father in the ways of martial arts and was initially sent on missions to carry out his father's bidding. However, when Shang-Chi discovered the true nature of his father's activities, he turned against him and joined forces with the British intelligence agency MI6. In the comics, Shang-Chi is often portrayed as a loner and a master of several styles of martial arts. He has demonstrated incredible speed, agility, and strength, which are all enhanced by his mastery of chi energy. Shang-Chi has also trained his body to resist injury and possesses an exceptional healing factor that allows him to recover from wounds more quickly than a normal human. One of Shang-Chi's most notable abilities is his "One Touch of Death," which allows him to strike a single, precise blow that can kill or render an opponent unconscious. Shang-Chi has also mastered the use of weapons, particularly the nunchaku and the staff. Shang-Chi has faced many formidable foes in his adventures, including the likes of the Mandarin, the Yellow Claw, and the Iron Fist. He has also been a member of several superhero teams, including the Avengers and the Heroes for Hire. Overall, Shang-Chi is a skilled and powerful fighter with incredible physical abilities and a mastery of martial arts. His strength, speed, and agility make him a formidable opponent, and his skills have earned him a place among the greatest fighters in the Marvel Universe.