Arabian Knight (comics)

Arabian Knight
Navid Hashim the third Arabian Knight Art by Mike Perkins
Publication information
Publisher	Marvel Comics
First appearance	Union Jack vol. 3, #1 (Nov. 2006).
Created by	Christos Gage (writer) Mike Perkins (artist)
In-story information
Alter ego	Navid Hashim
Abilities	Wears indestructible uniform that grants him flight and resistance to injury Use of magic sash and scimitar

Arabian Knight is a title used by three fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. All three characters are superheroes from Saudi Arabia.

Abdul Qamar first appeared in Incredible Hulk #257 (March 1981), and was created by Bill Mantlo (writer) and Al Milgrom (artist).

Abdul Qamar, the first Arabian Knight, was a descendant of a legendary Muslim hero who had perished forcing the demons Gog and Magog back into their tomb. When the demons were later freed by an archeologist, Abdul found his ancestor's magical equipment inside the tomb, and became the Arabian Knight, once again sealing away the demons with help from the Hulk. He met Ghost Rider, and allied with him vs. the Water Wizard.

He was also one of the heroes chosen by Death to represent her in the Contest of Champions against the Grandmaster, his teammates being Iron Man and Sabra. He overcame his dislike of the Israeli heroine to win their battle against She-Hulk, Captain Britain and Defensor.

Abdul later battled the Demon of the Dunes for the life of his son.

The Arabian Knight was later revealed to be an agent of the clandestine international group The Pantheon. Posing as a member of the organization Desert Sword, he fought against Freedom Force. (it was originally stated that his children had been kidnapped by Desert Sword, who forced Abdul to work in their service). The Knight left the Pantheon following a disagreement with Achilles.