List of Sinister Six members


The Sinister Six are a group of supervillains in the Marvel Comics universe, drawn from Spider-Man's rogues gallery. There are several different formations of the group along the history of Marvel Comics' publications whose objectives vary from joining forces against Spider-Man or another common enemy to world domination mostly facing spider-man.

Membership

Sinister Six #2

The second incarnation was formed by Doctor Octopus.

Sinister Six #3

Sinister Seven

Sinister Six #4

The fourth incarnation was formed by Sandman to get revenge on Doctor Octopus.

Sinister Twelve

This team was formed by Norman Osborn at the time when he was unmasked as the Green Goblin.

Sinister Six #5

The fifth incarnation was formed during the Civil War storyline.

Sinister Six #6

The sixth incarnation was formed following the Origin of the Species storyline and were the main antagonists of the Ends of the Earth storyline:

Sinister Six #7

The seventh incarnation debuted in the Marvel NOW! event. After their defeat by the Superior Spider-Man, who took the Living Brain to be his own assistant, the remaining five became the lead characters in The Superior Foes of Spider-Man:

Superior Six

The Superior Spider-Man captures and assembles his own "superhero team" which he controls through tech implanted in the villains. This incarnation debuted in Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #5. The roster corresponds closely to the original lineup.

Sinister Sixteen

In order to steal valuables from the Chameleon, Boomerang's Sinister Six ally themselves with the Owl, who hires 11 others to create the "Sinister Sixteen".

Sinister Sixty-Six

Mojo and the Chameleon abduct Spider-Man and his X-Men students, and force them to star in a show which pits them against the Sinister Sixty-Six. The group, which is not seen in its entirety, consists of holographic stand-ins of various enemies of Spider-Man.

Sinister Six #8

The eighth incarnation is assembled by Swarm in Spider-Man and the X-Men. While stealing a delivery of gold, the group is confronted by Spider-Man and his X-Men students; after Swarm is defeated by Hellion, his teammates surrender.

Sinister Six #9

The ninth incarnation is assembled by Miles Morales' uncle Aaron Davis, who is wearing a re-colored and modified version of the Iron Spider armor.

Sinister Sixty

In Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #6, Spider-Man plays with Nathan, a cancer patient, where they envision that Nathan becomes Spider-Bite and they "fight" the Sinister Sixty who wish to obtain Spider-Bite's action figure of Spider-Man.

Sinister War

In "Sinister War", six teams with 36 villains total are formed under the influence of Kindred and paired up in a contest to see who can take out Spider-Man first.

Sinister Six #11

This incarnation of the Sinister Six fought the students of the Avengers Academy:
  • Squid Kid - An A.I.M. operative and self-proclaimed Scientist Supreme with cybernetic squid-like tentacles that are a variation of Doctor Octopus' cybernetic tentacles.
  • Apostate - Ailouros was a former Dora Milaje who was turned into a vampire when infiltrating a vampire hive called the Temple of the Shifting Sun.
  • Lizard Boy - The son of Lizard who suffered from amnesia at the time.
  • Mysteriant - Qaari Beck is the son of Maggie Beck and the first cousin once removed of Mysterio who has the same talents as Mysterio.
  • Rhinoceress - Cindy Shears sported a variance in her DNA distinct from the X-Gene which gave her super-strength. She later wore a pink variant of the Rhino armor.
  • Willow-Wasp - Ignacio Fuentes was once abducted by Alchemax during Norman Osborn's ownership of the company alongside his sister Lucy for a super-soldier experiment that ended up giving him a flaming skull. He then made off with a copy of the Green Goblin equipment.

Other versions

''Age of Apocalypse''

In the Age of Apocalypse 10th anniversary limited series, Mister Sinister assembles his own group dubbed the Sinister Six to fight Magneto's X-Men. However, this group is unrelated to the more established lineup of criminals.

''[Avataars: Covenant of the Shield]''

On the planet Earth created by the Shaper of Worlds, the Sinister Six are known as the Six Most Sinister, a group of criminals operating a tollbooth in the Webwood who are led by the Goblin King. When the Champions of the Realm attempt to pass through the Webwoods, they are attacked by the Six Most Sinister, who they easily deal with and leave defeated as they move on.

''Devil's Reign''

Doctor Octopus faces a tantalizing, unprecedented opportunity to scour the Multiverse, amassing an army of himself - the Superior Four.

''The Fist's 2099">Marvel 2099">2099 A.D.''

In an alternate reality in 2099 A.D., where the Fist – a splinter group of The Hand – succeeded in destroying the country, the Sinister Six have taken over Alchemex and rule the dystopian New York. Their leader, the Goblin, however, is secretly an informant working for the resistance. After being discovered, she is killed by Doctor Octopus, and they instead find a new leader in Venture, who now employs them with the Fist, in the past.

Gentleman">Gentleman (character)">Gentleman's Sinister Six

In a trilogy of Spider-Man novels written by Adam-Troy Castro, a criminal mastermind calling himself the Gentleman formed a Sinister Six as part of an elaborate scheme to claim vengeance on Spider-Man.

Insidious Six

The Insidious Six are a band of Demons from the "Dark Web" event. They are a collection of characters parodying important Spider-Man villains. They battled Spider-Man and Rek-Rap.
  • The Grave Goblin
  • Doctor Octoball
  • Gorepion
  • Kraken the Hunter
  • Lizarro
  • Rhiceratops

''Marvel Universe: Millennial Visions''

Millennial Visions brings a brand-new look at the entire Marvel Universe, including a Noxious Nine that was formed after the members of the Sinister Six joined with Rhino, Scorpion and Carnage in order to take out the Blin Quay Nuclear Power Station. Carnage was atomized in a containment field that caused an overload, releasing high levels of radiation and fusing the genetic material of the remaining members to their costumes, greatly increasing their power and making them more animals than men.

''[Marvel Zombies]''

A zombified version of the Sinister Six appears in Marvel Zombies: Dead Days. They are seen attacking innocent civilians upon the S.H.I.E.L.D. helicarrier, but are repelled by Wolverine and Magneto.

''Marvel Zombies Return''

In the Marvel Zombies series, the Sinister Six appear in an alternative universe that Zombie Spider-Man enters, working for the Kingpin. They are quickly and violently ripped apart, bitten, and zombified, and end up eating Spider-Man's friends, which causes them to be killed in retaliation.
  • Doctor Octopus
  • Electro
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Mysterio
  • Sandman
  • Vulture

''[Secret Invasion]''

Several variants of the Super-Skrull appear, including a Sinister Six Skrull with the combined powers of Sandman, Hydro-Man, Rhino, Electro, Venom, and Lizard.

''Secret Wars'' (2015)">Secret Wars (2015 comic book)">''Secret Wars'' (2015)

Various versions of the Sinister Six appear over various domains of Battleworld.

Spider-Verse

  • Doctor Octopus
  • Scorpion
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Electro
  • Sandman
  • Vulture

Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows

Spider-Man: Spider's Shadow

After Peter Parker is consumed by the Venom symbiote, he goes on a killing spree, eliminating his rogues gallery one by one. J. Jonah Jameson begrudgingly calls upon Doctor Octopus to bring together the Sinister Six and combat him.

The Sinister Syndicate

Formed by the super-villain Abner Jenkins a.k.a. the Beetle to act as a mercenary group that worked for the highest bidder. The group later reformed as the Deadly Foes of Spider-Man, before tearing themselves apart with in-fighting. When Boomerang became the leader of the Sinister Six, the Shocker suggested going back to the name "Sinister Syndicate", but the idea was shot down by Speed Demon, objecting, "the Sinister Syndicate were losers!"

The Sinner Six

An elderly version of the Sinister Six, dubbed the Sinner Six, appeared in Spider-Man: Reign. This version of the team is forced into the employ of New York's fascist Mayor Waters via microchips placed inside them that would detonate if they attempted to leave the city. If they succeeded in killing Spider-Man, they would be given their freedom. When the enraged Spider-Man returned to the superhero game, he seemingly killed the Scorpion by throwing him out of a window and Hydro-Man and Electro by throwing them into each other, as well as badly beating Kraven and Mysterio, before the Sandman revealed the existence of the bombs and handed a detonator to Spider-Man, sacrificing himself to stop Mayor Waters' plans after Waters was revealed to be nothing more than a pawn of his aide, Eddie Brock.
  • Electro
  • Hydro-Man
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Mysterio
  • Sandman
  • Scorpion

''Spider-Verse''

A version of the Sinister Six names the Six Men of Sinestry appears in Spider-Verse in the dimension of Earth-803 where it is set in Industrial Age New York. Their objective was to steal the mayor's plan. They battled Lady Spider and were forced to retreat after they were overwhelmed, yet they were able to accomplish their task.
  • Green Goblin
  • Doctor Octopus
  • Electro
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Mysterio
  • Vulture

Swinester Six

The Swinester Six was an alliance of Spider-Ham villains.
  • Doctor Octopussycat
  • Buzzard
  • Ducktor Doom
  • Eelectro
  • Green Gobbler
  • M.O.O.D.O.K.
  • Mysteriape
  • Pork Grind
  • Raven the Hunter
  • Sandmanatee

The Ultimate Six">Ultimate Six">The Ultimate Six

In the Ultimate Marvel universe, the Sinister Six is renamed the Ultimate Six. The original five villainous members initially attempted to recruit Spider-Man as the sixth member, but failed to do so. The Vulture would later join the team.
  • Green Goblin
  • Doctor Octopus
  • Electro
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Sandman
  • Vulture

Web-Warriors

The Sinister Sextet of Earth-311 is founded by the dimension's version of Carnage.

Kingpin's Sinister Six

The Sinister Six of Earth-6160 is formed by Kingpin.
  • Kingpin - The shadow governor of New York City who is loyal to Maker's Council and nicknamed the "Kingpin of Manhattan".
  • Black Cat (Walter Hardy) - A former master thief who manages the Bronx on Fisk's behalf.
  • Black Cat (Felicia Hardy) - The daughter of Walter Hardy who fills in for him while he was recuperating from being knocked off a building during a fight with Spider-Man and Green Goblin.
  • Kraven the Hunter - A billionaire oligarch exiled during the "Rasputin Purge" who manages Staten Island on Kingpin's behalf. Killed by Mysterio.
  • Mister Negative - The leader of the Inner Demons who manages Queens on Kingpin's behalf.
  • Mole Man - A friend of Kingpin who manages New York City's underground and Subterranea on Kingpin's behalf.
  • Mysterio - A mysterious individual who manages Brooklyn on Kingpin's behalf.

Film

''[Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse]''

The team appears under the corporate holding "Alchemax", attempting to create portals to alternate universes.

''[Spider-Man: No Way Home]''

The Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: No Way Home features a 5-member supervillain team which very closely resembles the Sinister Six. This variation of the team consists of alternate timeline variations of the characters from the Sony Sam Raimi and Marc Webb Spider-Man films. In a post-credits scene Venom is revealed to have also been brought to the MCU timeline from Sony's Spider-Man Universe, though he does not join the other characters.

Television

''Former members and replacements listed last''

''[Spider-Man: The Animated Series]''

A version of the Sinister Six appeared in Spider-Man: The Animated Series, renamed the Insidious Six. This incarnation was formed by the Kingpin and is assisted remotely by Alistair Smythe.

''The Spectacular Spider-Man">The Spectacular Spider-Man (TV series)">The Spectacular Spider-Man''

The Sinister Six appears in the Spectacular Spider-Man animated series, a group of supervillains led and formed by Doctor Octopus in order to physically beat Spider-Man.

''Ultimate Spider-Man">Ultimate Spider-Man (TV series)">Ultimate Spider-Man''

Several versions of the Sinister Six appear in the Ultimate Spider-Man animated series, led by Doctor Octopus.
  • Doctor Octopus is a member in all four versions of the group.
  • Kraven the Hunter is a member in all four versions of the group.
  • Rhino is a member in all four versions of the group.
  • Electro is a member of the first, second, and third versions of the group.
  • Lizard (Curt Connors) is a member of the first and second groups.
  • Beetle is a member of the first group.
  • Scorpion is a member of the second and fourth groups.
  • Green Goblin is a member of the third group.
  • Hydro-Man is a member of the third group.
  • Scarlet Spider is a member of the third group.
  • Vulture is a member of the fourth group.
  • Crossbones is a member of the fourth group.

''Marvel's Spider-Man">Spider-Man (2017 TV series)">Marvel's Spider-Man''

The Sinister Six appear in the 2017 Spider-Man animated series, led by Doctor Octopus. At first, the group is formed by Norman Osborn as the "Osborn Commandos" until Octopus takes over. Unlike other incarnations, this team is known as the "Sinister Five" until Octopus brainwashes Spider-Man into being their sixth member.

Live action

''[The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man]''

The Sinister Six appear as the Sinister Syndicate in the theme park attraction The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. The group has captured the Statue of Liberty with an anti-gravity gun, and attacks the guests.

''[Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark]''

The Sinister Six appears in the musical Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark. In this version, their comic book origins are ignored. Instead, they share a common origin as former research scientists whom the Green Goblin deliberately mutates into "freaks" as punishment for having abandoned Osborn Industries. Swiss Miss is an original character created for the musical. In the story, she is created by the narrator of the play who felt the team could use a "woman's touch".

''[Marvel Universe Live!]''

Audio

''Marvel's Squirrel Girl: The Unbeatable Radio Show!">Marvel Entertainment">Marvel's Squirrel Girl: The Unbeatable Radio Show!''

The Sinister Six became the Frightful Five after Kraven the Hunter was fired from the group after trying to quit it. Kraven befriended Squirrel Girl who convinced him to turn good; he moved to the Savage Land to protect dinosaurs from poachers. The Shocker stole some Pym Particles and was set to style himself as "The Giant Sized Shocker" before being talked down and inspired to do good by Squirrel Girl on her podcast, encouraging him to use his powers to turn turbines and generate clean and affordable electricity, making more money than bank robberies, and being a hero. The Scorpion has the ability to talk to scorpions.

Video games

''The Amazing Spider-Man">The Amazing Spider-Man (handheld video game)">The Amazing Spider-Man''

The game does not explicitly identify the game's antagonists as the Sinister Six, though all six of them have been members of the team in other media.

''[Spider-Man: [Return of the Sinister Six]]''

In the NES game Spider-Man: Return of the Sinister Six, the Sinister Six is featured with the same line-up as the story arc the game is named for.

''[Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six]''

The Sinister Six are the primary enemies of the video game Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six.

''Spider-Man Vs. The Sinister Six''

The Sinister Six are the main antagonists in the DOS video game Spider-Man Vs. The Sinister Six.

''[Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions]''

The team went by The Ultimate Six, Norman Osborn's Six, and simply The Six.
  • Green Goblin
  • Electro
  • Spider-Man

''[Spider-Man: Edge of Time]''

  • Doctor Octopus
  • Kraven
  • Mysterio
  • Sandman
  • Electro
  • Green Goblin
  • Vulture

''[Marvel: Avengers Alliance]''

The Sinister Six made their in-game debut as group during the level "Special Operations - Along Came the Spiders".

''[Marvel [Super Hero Squad Online]]''

Marvel Super Hero Squad Online was an MMO and card collecting game featuring the Sinister Six as the Sinister Syndicate.

''[Marvel Contest of Champions]''

  • Doctor Octopus
  • Vulture
  • Green Goblin
  • Iron Patriot
  • Venom
  • Mysterio
  • Electro
  • Rhino
  • Kraven The Hunter
  • Sandman
  • Shocker
  • Scorpion
  • Lizard

''Spider-Man Unlimited">Spider-Man Unlimited (video game)">Spider-Man Unlimited''

A Multiverse Sinister Six, consisting of various members of themselves, invade dimensions to harvest the mineral ISO-8. They command an army of Sinister Soldiers. During updates, various villains appear, either aiding them or just joining in the battles, such as Jack O' Lantern, Hydro-Man, Silver Sable and Demogoblin. Superior Spider-Man was invited to the team, but declined.
Goblins
Vultures
Electros
  • Electro (Max Dillon)
  • Ultimate Electro (Max Dillon)
  • Modern Electro
  • Pure Energy Electro
  • Classic Electro
Sandmen
Doctor Octopuses
Mysterios
The Sinister Six were also aided by autonomous robotic henchman, the "Sinister Soldiers", sometimes also known as "Portal Troops". Besides their base versions, they also came in Golden, 2099, Underwater, and Mysterio variants.

''[Marvel: Future Fight]''

A special mission features the Sinister Six in collaboration with A.I.M. This version, however, is led by Mysterio, who disguised himself as Doctor Octopus and tricks the other members, as well as A.I.M., to take control of the group and the A.I.M. faction in New York. It is unknown if the Vulture is an official member, but he assists the other villains against their fight with Spider-Man and his allies. In game, Electro does get the team tag, though Rhino does not, despite being in the event.

''Marvel's Spider-Man">Marvel's Spider-Man (video game)">Marvel's Spider-Man''

This team was formed by Otto Octavius, after he loses control of himself due to the dysfunctional AI in his tentacles influencing him and his darkest thoughts. He breaks out Martin Li and other villains Spider-Man has defeated and put in jail, offering them their personal desires and outfitting them with gear in exchange for their help to get revenge on and expose Mayor Norman Osborn and his involvement in the creation of Devil's Breath.

''[Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order]''

This team was formed at Ryker's Island by Norman Osborn, who has the hands of the Infinity Time Stone, following Star-Lord's attempt to separate the six stones from the hands of Thanos, which instead fell into other villains' hands on Earth. After gaining a Time Stone, Osborn released all villains who were imprisoned and recruit one of the supervillains to cause riot at the prison, with Otto Octavius as a second in-command, much to the latter's dismay.

''[Marvel Strike Force]''

Board games

''[Marvel Champions: The Card Game]''

Players battle Marvel villains with unique teams of iconic heroes.

''The Hood'' Scenario Pack

The Hood's budding criminal empire is swiftly becoming a formidable threat to the people of New York City. Under the Hood's rule, players encounter the Sinister Syndicate as an additional side scheme.

''Sinister Motives'' Expansion

In this expansion, players take on a rogues gallery of classic Spider-Man villains, the Sinister Six and their sinister schemes.
  • Doctor Octopus
  • Electro
  • Hobgoblin
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Scorpion
  • Vulture

''Sinister Six''

Players play as the Sinister Six to pull off heists and escape Spider-Man and his friends, and come away with the most loot.
  • Doctor Octopus
  • Electro
  • Green Goblin
  • Kraven the Hunter
  • Lizard
  • Mysterio
  • Rhino
  • Sandman
  • Venom
  • Vulture

Trading cards

Marvel Universe Cards

First released in 1990 with Series I, the Sinister Six first appear in the "Team Pictures" set. They appear again in 1993 in Series IV featured on the card 'Spider-Man vs Sinister Six'.
  • Doctor Octopus
  • Electro
  • Hobgoblin
  • Mysterio
  • Sandman
  • Vulture