Dreadnought (comics)
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Dreadnoughts are a type of fictional robot found in the Marvel Comics universe. They are frequently employed by villainous organizations, such as HYDRA and the Maggia.
[edit] History
The Dreadnought is a non-sentient robot created by the subversive organization HYDRA for use in various commando operations. It was first used in an attempt to breach the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier and assassinate director Nick Fury. Later the design and specifications for it were sold to the criminal cartel, The Maggia. A rebuild version was used years later during an attack to destroy London city, where the robot had to fight Union Jack.
[edit] Powers
The Dreadnought's gauntlets have flamethrower nozzles. Its knuckles are studded with spikes which can be shot like rifle bullets. From the modules mounted like ears, the Dreadnought generates a powerful electrical charge which conducts throughout its frame. The Dreadnought has no capability for projecting this electricity, but is capable of electrifying by touch. The Dreadnought's eyes are gamma ray particle projectors which can irradiate a target. The Dreadnought’s mouth is connected to a tank of refrigerated Freon gas which allows the Dreadnought a single-use attack of freezing breath.
