Grey Gargoyle (Paul Duval) is a Marvel Comics supervillain, a French chemist who gains the ability to turn people and objects to stone with his touch. He is a recurring foe of Thor and Captain America, notably becoming one of the Worthy during the Fear Itself storyline.
Grey Gargoyle debuts as a villain battling Thor in Journey into Mystery #107, written by Stan Lee and drawn by Jack Kirby. He is introduced as a chemist who accidentally transforms himself into a stone-skinned being. #marvel #comics
Grey Gargoyle's origin is elaborated: Paul Duval, a French chemist, spills a chemical on his right hand, which turns to stone and grants him the power to petrify others. He becomes a criminal obsessed with stealing the Mjolnir. #marvel #origin )
Grey Gargoyle attempts to steal Thor's hammer Mjolnir but fails. Thor eventually defeats him using his wits. The issue highlights the villain's obsession with Asgardian artifacts. #thor #marvel
Grey Gargoyle partners with other villains like the Wrecker in a plot against Thor. This marks the first team-up of the villain. #thor #villains )
Grey Gargoyle is resurrected by Immortus as a member of the Legion of the Unliving to fight the Avengers. This storyline expands his role beyond Thor-centric conflicts. #avengers #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle battles Captain America, becoming a recurring foe for the Sentinel of Liberty. The encounter showcases his petrifying touch against Cap's shield. #captainamerica #marvel
Grey Gargoyle faces the Thing in a brawl. The story emphasizes his strength and durability as a stone-skinned villain. #thing #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle participates in a coordinated attack by villains on Avengers Mansion, leading to a major battle with the Avengers. #avengers #crossover )
Grey Gargoyle returns to Thor's rogues' gallery, again trying to steal Mjolnir. Thor defeats him but the villain escapes. #thor #marvel
Grey Gargoyle becomes a member of Baron Zemo's Masters of Evil during the 'Under Siege' storyline. This team attacks Avengers Mansion, causing significant damage. #mastersofevil #avengers )
Grey Gargoyle battles Captain America and the Super-Patriot John Walker. The fight tests Cap's resolve against a powerful foe. #captainamerica #marvel
Grey Gargoyle crosses paths with the vigilante Darkhawk in a one-off battle. This expands his interactions beyond the Avenger-tier heroes. #darkhawk #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is among the villains gathered by the Asgardian villain, the Enchanters. He fights Thor but is ultimately defeated. #thor #marvel
Grey Gargoyle makes a brief appearance as a prisoner in the Raft, a supervillain prison, showcasing his status as a captured villain. #thunderbolts #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is used by the Skrulls as a pawn in their infiltration of Earth, but he breaks free and aids the Avengers. This shows a rare anti-heroic turn. #skrulls #avengers )
Grey Gargoyle encounters Doctor Strange and is magically petrified by Strange's spells. The story emphasizes the mystical aspects of his power. #doctorstrange #marvel
Grey Gargoyle resurfaces during a showdown with Thor in New York City, causing widespread panic. Thor defeats him but learns little of his motives. #thor #marvel
Grey Gargoyle fights the mutant, Chamber, in a brief encounter. The X-Men villain story highlights his adaptability to different universes. #xmen #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is one of many villains manipulated by the alien race, the Ruul, to attack Earth. He is eventually neutralized by the Avengers. #crossover #marvel
Grey Gargoyle is summoned by a group of Vikings to fight Thor. The story explores ancient Norse mythology colliding with modern science. #thor #viking )
Grey Gargoyle becomes a member of the Sinister Syndicate, a team of criminals led by the Wizard. This group battles the Fantastic Four. #fantasticfour #villains )
Grey Gargoyle challenges Captain America again, but is quickly outsmarted. The story reflects Cap's tactical genius. #captainamerica #marvel
During the Superhero Civil War, Grey Gargoyle is pursued by both sides. He tries to remain neutral but eventually captured by S.H.I.E.L.D. #civilwar #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is incarcerated in Prison 42 in the Negative Zone. He remains there until the 'Secret Invasion' causes a breakout. #secretinvasion #marvel
During the Skrull invasion, Grey Gargoyle escapes from the Negative Zone prison. He briefly allies with other escapees. #secretinvasion #marvel )
Under Norman Osborn's Dark Reign, Grey Gargoyle is enlisted as a lackey for the Dark Avengers. He performs minor criminal tasks. #darkavengers #darkreign
Grey Gargoyle returns to Thor's life during the 'The Reigning' arc. He attempts to petrify Thor but fails. #thor #marvel
In the Fear Itself event, Grey Gargoyle is selected by the Serpent to become one of the Worthy, gaining a magical hammer. He transforms into a powerful, mindless servant. #feaitself #marvel )
As a Worthy, Grey Gargoyle demolishes Chicago, turning citizens to stone. He is eventually defeated by the combined efforts of Iron Man and Thor. #fearitself #chicago )
After the Serpent's defeat, the hammers are destroyed, leaving Grey Gargoyle depowered and vulnerable. He is arrested and sent to the Raft. #feaitself #marvel
Grey Gargoyle is used as a training exercise for students at Avengers Academy. The students learn to counter his petrification abilities. #avengersacademy #marvel )
Mysteriously, Grey Gargoyle's stone powers return, presumably through dark magic. He escapes prison and resumes a life of crime. #marvel #supervillain
Grey Gargoyle appears as a minor threat in the Original Sin tie-in, facing both Thor and Loki. The story delves into his past. #originalsin #thor )
Grey Gargoyle is one of many villains infected with spider-powers, gaining enhanced agility. He battles Spider-Man briefly. #spiderman #spiderisland
In this parody issue, Grey Gargoyle meets Deadpool, who mocks his French accent. The encounter is humorous and non-canonical. #deadpool #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is among the villains recruited to fight giant monsters in 'Monsters Unleashed'. He contributes his petrification abilities against the creatures. #monsters #marvel
Grey Gargoyle attempts to take advantage of Thor's self-imposed exile, but is stopped by the new female Thor. #thor #marvel )
During the War of the Realms, Grey Gargoyle allies with Malekith's forces. He is defeated by the Avengers and the gods of various realms. #waroftherealms #marvel
Grey Gargoyle faces Captain America in a battle over a cosmic cube fragment. Cap outmaneuvers him. #captainamerica #marvel )
In the alternate reality of Heroes Reborn, Grey Gargoyle is a member of the Squadron Sinister. He battles the Avengers of that world. #heroesreborn #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is forced to work for Mayor Wilson Fisk's anti-superhero task force in 'Devil's Reign'. He is later freed by Daredevil. #devilsreign #marvel )
Grey Gargoyle is seen serving Mephisto in the 'Damnation' event. His soul is apparently bound to the demon lord. #mephisto #damnation )
Grey Gargoyle attempts to steal a mystical artifact from the Sanctum Sanctorum. Doctor Strange defeats him and binds him in a stone prison. #doctorstrange #marvel )