Black Widow

Black Widow is a fictional character who appears in Marvel Comics' American comic books. The character debuted in Tales of Suspense #52, created by editor and plotter Stan Lee, scripter Don Rico, and artist Don Heck (April 1964). The character was first introduced as a Russian spy who opposed the superhero, Iron Man. She later defected to the United States, where she became a member of the superhero team the Avengers and an agent of the fictional spy agency S.H.I.E.L.D. The character has appeared in a variety of media, including animated television shows, video games, and films.

Biotechnology has enhanced Black Widow's body, making it resistant to aging and disease, and she heals faster than the average human. Black Widow is a world-class athlete, gymnast, acrobat, and aerialist who can perform a variety of complex maneuvers and feats. She is an accomplished ballerina who can easily coordinate her body with balance, flexibility, and dexterity. She has mastered jiu-jitsu, aikido, boxing, judo, karate, savate, ninjutsu, various styles of kung fu and Kenpo, and Russian martial art sambo. She was also taught how to use sidearms, marksman rifles, and melee weapons like batons and combat knives.