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'''Kamar-Taj''', a fictional setting featured in [[Marvel Comics]], made its debut in Strange Tales #110 (July 1963), crafted by the creative minds of [[Stan Lee]] and [[Steve Ditko]]. While the name "Kamar-Taj" was not initially present in the early [[Doctor Strange]] stories by Lee and Ditko, it was later introduced to provide a more detailed backstory for the country.
'''Kamar-Taj''' is a fictional location appearing in [[American comic book]]s published by [[Marvel Comics]]. It made its debut in Strange Tales #110 (July 1963), crafted by the creative minds of [[Stan Lee]] and [[Steve Ditko]]. While the name "Kamar-Taj" was not initially present in the early [[Doctor Strange]] stories by Lee and Ditko, it was later introduced to provide a more detailed backstory for the country.


==Description==
==Description==
'''Kamar-Taj''' is described as a secluded realm situated high in the majestic Himalayas within the realm of [[Marvel Comics]].<ref name=ST148p2>{{cite book|last1=Lee|first1=Stan|last2=O'Neil|first2=Denny|chapter=The Origin of the Ancient One!|date=September 1966|title=[[Strange Tales]]|publisher=Marvel Comics Group|page=2|edition=148}}</ref> It serves as the homeland of [[Doctor Strange]]'s esteemed mentor, the [[Ancient One]], as well as the notorious sorcerer [[Kaluu]]. Additionally, it is revealed that Wong, Strange's loyal attendant, hails from a lineage of monks residing in Kamar-Taj.{{cn|date=March 2017}}
'''Kamar-Taj''' is described as a secluded realm situated high in the majestic Himalayas within the realm of [[Marvel Comics]].<ref name=ST148p2>{{cite book|last1=Lee|first1=Stan|last2=O'Neil|first2=Denny|chapter=The Origin of the Ancient One!|date=September 1966|title=[[Strange Tales]]|publisher=Marvel Comics Group|page=2|edition=148}}</ref> It serves as the homeland of [[Doctor Strange]]'s esteemed mentor, the [[Ancient One]], as well as the notorious sorcerer [[Kaluu]]. Additionally, it is revealed that Wong, Strange's loyal attendant, hails from a lineage of monks residing in Kamar-Taj.{{cn|date=March 2017}}


The origins of the Ancient One trace back over 500 years ago when he was born in the mystical land of Kamar-Taj. Alongside his companion Kaluu, he discovered the boundless potential of magic. However, their paths diverged as they held contrasting views on utilizing this power to safeguard their village. While Kaluu aspired to conquer neighboring settlements and amass an empire, the Ancient One sought a more benevolent path. By invoking a spell, they eliminated sickness, disease, and the ravages of time from Kamar-Taj. Unfortunately, their clash resulted in the decimation of the village, with Kaluu subsequently banished to an alternate dimension under the Ancient One's intervention. Departing from Kamar-Taj, the Ancient One embarked on a centuries-long journey across the Earth, engaging in battles against malevolent entities and acquiring powerful artifacts like the Amulet of Agamotto and the [[Book of the vishanti|Book of the Vishanti]]. Eventually, he established his residence in the [[Himalayas|Himalayan Mountains]] adjacent to Kamar-Taj, constructing a grand palace and assembling an order of devoted monks to serve and aid him. In a momentous tournament organized by the sorcerer Aged Genghis, the Ancient One triumphed, claiming the esteemed title of Earth's Sorcerer Supreme. Taking on various students throughout his existence, including [[Doctor Druid]] and [[Baron Mordo]], the Ancient One found his true successor in the form of Stephen Strange, prophesying that the young prodigy would eventually assume the mantle of Sorcerer Supreme. Despite Mordo's treacherous machinations against Strange, the Ancient One steadfastly shielded his chosen apprentice. As Mordo departed the palace, Stephen became the designated successor to the Ancient One. Throughout their shared endeavors, the Ancient One provided invaluable guidance and assistance to Stephen. Tragically, the physical form of the Ancient One met its demise when confronted by the malevolent entity known as [[Shuma-Gorath]]. {{Volume needed|c=y|date=November 2016}}<!--I think this was near the end of Doctor Strange Volume 1, the late 1960s, or the beginning of Doctor Strange Volume 2, early 1970s. will look up the exact issue later-->
The origins of the Ancient One trace back over 500 years ago when he was born in the mystical land of Kamar-Taj. Alongside his companion Kaluu, he discovered the boundless potential of magic. However, their paths diverged as they held contrasting views on utilizing this power to safeguard their village. While Kaluu aspired to conquer neighboring settlements and amass an empire, the Ancient One sought a more benevolent path. By invoking a spell, they eliminated sickness, disease, and the ravages of time from Kamar-Taj. Unfortunately, their clash resulted in the decimation of the village, with Kaluu subsequently banished to an alternate dimension under the Ancient One's intervention. Departing from Kamar-Taj, the Ancient One embarked on a centuries-long journey across the Earth, engaging in battles against malevolent entities and acquiring powerful artifacts like the Amulet of Agamotto and the [[Book of the vishanti|Book of the Vishanti]]. Eventually, he established his residence in the [[Himalayas|Himalayan Mountains]] adjacent to Kamar-Taj, constructing a grand palace and assembling an order of devoted monks to serve and aid him. In a momentous tournament organized by the sorcerer Aged Genghis, the Ancient One triumphed, claiming the esteemed title of Earth's Sorcerer Supreme. Taking on various students throughout his existence, including [[Doctor Druid]] and [[Baron Mordo]], the Ancient One found his true successor in the form of Stephen Strange, prophesying that the young prodigy would eventually assume the mantle of Sorcerer Supreme. Despite Mordo's treacherous machinations against Strange, the Ancient One steadfastly shielded his chosen apprentice. As Mordo departed the palace, Stephen became the designated successor to the Ancient One. Throughout their shared endeavors, the Ancient One provided invaluable guidance and assistance to Stephen. Tragically, the physical form of the Ancient One met its demise when confronted by the malevolent entity known as [[Shuma-Gorath]].{{Volume needed|c=y|date=November 2016}}<!--I think this was near the end of Doctor Strange Volume 1, the late 1960s, or the beginning of Doctor Strange Volume 2, early 1970s. will look up the exact issue later-->


==In other media==
==In other media==

Revision as of 11:02, 23 June 2023

Kamar-Taj
Kamar-Taj. Script by Denny O'Neil, art by Bill Everett.
First appearanceStrange Tales #110 (Jul 1963)
In-universe information
TypeSanctuary
CharactersAncient One
PublisherMarvel Comics
CreatorsStan Lee
Steve Ditko

Kamar-Taj is a fictional location appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. It made its debut in Strange Tales #110 (July 1963), crafted by the creative minds of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. While the name "Kamar-Taj" was not initially present in the early Doctor Strange stories by Lee and Ditko, it was later introduced to provide a more detailed backstory for the country.

Description

Kamar-Taj is described as a secluded realm situated high in the majestic Himalayas within the realm of Marvel Comics.[1] It serves as the homeland of Doctor Strange's esteemed mentor, the Ancient One, as well as the notorious sorcerer Kaluu. Additionally, it is revealed that Wong, Strange's loyal attendant, hails from a lineage of monks residing in Kamar-Taj.[citation needed]

The origins of the Ancient One trace back over 500 years ago when he was born in the mystical land of Kamar-Taj. Alongside his companion Kaluu, he discovered the boundless potential of magic. However, their paths diverged as they held contrasting views on utilizing this power to safeguard their village. While Kaluu aspired to conquer neighboring settlements and amass an empire, the Ancient One sought a more benevolent path. By invoking a spell, they eliminated sickness, disease, and the ravages of time from Kamar-Taj. Unfortunately, their clash resulted in the decimation of the village, with Kaluu subsequently banished to an alternate dimension under the Ancient One's intervention. Departing from Kamar-Taj, the Ancient One embarked on a centuries-long journey across the Earth, engaging in battles against malevolent entities and acquiring powerful artifacts like the Amulet of Agamotto and the Book of the Vishanti. Eventually, he established his residence in the Himalayan Mountains adjacent to Kamar-Taj, constructing a grand palace and assembling an order of devoted monks to serve and aid him. In a momentous tournament organized by the sorcerer Aged Genghis, the Ancient One triumphed, claiming the esteemed title of Earth's Sorcerer Supreme. Taking on various students throughout his existence, including Doctor Druid and Baron Mordo, the Ancient One found his true successor in the form of Stephen Strange, prophesying that the young prodigy would eventually assume the mantle of Sorcerer Supreme. Despite Mordo's treacherous machinations against Strange, the Ancient One steadfastly shielded his chosen apprentice. As Mordo departed the palace, Stephen became the designated successor to the Ancient One. Throughout their shared endeavors, the Ancient One provided invaluable guidance and assistance to Stephen. Tragically, the physical form of the Ancient One met its demise when confronted by the malevolent entity known as Shuma-Gorath.[volume & issue needed]

In other media

  • In the 2016 film Doctor Strange, Wong is depicted as one of the Masters of Mystic Arts, tasked with protecting some of Kamar-Taj's most valuable relics and books.[2][3] Actor Benedict Wong was pleased with the changes made to the character, and described him as "a drill sergeant to Kamar-Taj" rather than a manservant, who does not practice martial arts in the film, another racial stereotype.[4] Co-writer C. Robert Cargill said that the location of Kamar-Taj was shifted from Tibet to Nepal to prevent censorship by the Chinese government.[5][6] In the film, in Kathmandu, the sorcerer Kaecilius and his zealots enter the secret compound Kamar-Taj and murder its librarian, keeper of ancient and mystical texts. They steal a forbidden ritual from a book in the personal library of Ancient One, a sorcerer who has lived for an unknown time and taught all at Kamar-Taj, including Kaecilius, in the ways of the mystic arts.
  • Kamar-Taj also appeared in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022).[7][8] As Strange takes America Chavez to Kamar-Taj, the Masters of the Mystic Arts fortify the place in preparation for Wanda Maximoff's assault with a magical shield and various other defenses. However, Maximoff's telepathy targets a sorcerer and disables their magic, causing the shield to collapse, and allowing her to destroy Kamar-Taj's resistance. In the end, after Maximoff's defeat, Kamar-Taj is rebuilt again and Chavez begins her training in the mystic arts.

Further reading

See also

References

  1. ^ Lee, Stan; O'Neil, Denny (September 1966). "The Origin of the Ancient One!". Strange Tales (148 ed.). Marvel Comics Group. p. 2.
  2. ^ Couto, Anthony (July 6, 2016). ""Doctor Strange" Prequel Comic Hints At Movie Secrets, Introduces Another Marvel Villain". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on 2016-07-21. Retrieved July 7, 2016.
  3. ^ Sciretta, Peter (September 27, 2016). "Kevin Feige On How 'Doctor Strange' Will Change The Marvel Universe [On Set Interview]". /Film. Archived from the original on September 28, 2016. Retrieved September 27, 2016.
  4. ^ Mellor, Louisa (June 27, 2016). "Exclusive: Benedict Wong on new direction of his Doctor Strange role". Den of Geek. Archived from the original on June 28, 2016. Retrieved June 27, 2016.
  5. ^ White, Mark D. (2018). Doctor Strange and Philosophy: The Other Book of Forbidden Knowledge. John Wiley & Sons. p. 83. ISBN 978-1-119-43794-9.
  6. ^ "'India's Rama takes on China's Dragon': Taiwan News' unique 'photo of the day'". Free Press Journal. 17 June 2020. Retrieved 18 June 2020. Before that, China got Disney to drop Tibet from Doctor Strange's origin story and shifted Kamar Taj from Tibet to Nepal.
  7. ^ McNary, Dave (December 11, 2018). "'Doctor Strange' Director Scott Derrickson to Return for Sequel". Variety. Archived from the original on December 12, 2018. Retrieved August 10, 2019.
  8. ^ McClintock, Pamela; Couch, Aaron (April 24, 2020). "'Spider-Man' Sequel Delays Release to November 2021 Amid Sony Date Shuffle". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 24, 2020. Retrieved April 24, 2020.
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