Shaman

Shaman (Michael Twoyoungmen) is a Sarcee medicine man and founding member of Alpha Flight, Canada's government-sponsored superhero team. Drawing on mystical artifacts and ancient Indigenous traditions, he serves as the team's sorcerer, channeling healing and magical powers from a enchanted medicine pouch.

A mystic presence rooted in the Bronze Age, Shaman made their debut in the pages of Superaventuras Marvel #28 in 1984 — a Brazilian publication from Editora Abril brought to life by the legendary John Byrne alongside Jotapê Martins. Over a span of roughly twenty years, this character carved out a steady place in the catalog, appearing most frequently in Superaventuras Marvel and Colecção Wolverine, sharing adventures with a remarkable cast that includes Michael Twoyoungmen, Narya, Kurt Wagner, and the man behind the mask of Demolidor himself, Matt Murdock. With 19 appearances across two decades, Shaman is a rewarding discovery for collectors drawn to the rich world of Brazilian Marvel publishing — a character whose longevity speaks to a dedicated readership and a corner of comics history well worth exploring.