Religion: cosmic entity 
Name: Eon
Other Names: He Who Waits
Classification:
supporting character
Publisher(s): 
First Appearance: Captain Marvel (vol. 1) #29 (Nov. 1973): "Metamorphosis!"
Creators: Jim Starlin, Al Milgrom
Super? (Has Super Powers/Special Abilities/Technology): Yes
Number of Appearances: 9
Enemy of: Quasar
Gender: male
Note: embodiment of time; appoints protector of the universe
Eon was said to be the offspring of Eternity and Infinity, who are two of the of the most powerful cosmic entities in existence. Eon was described as a "supreme being," whose power was like that of a god. Eon was the appointer of the "protector of the universe." Eon appointed Mar-Vell to be "protector of the universe" and later appointed Quasar to that role.
Captain Marvel (vol. 1) #29 (Nov. 1973): "Metamorphosis!"Fantastic Four Annual #23 (1990): "When Franklin Comes Marchin' Home"Guardians of the Galaxy (vol. 1) #60 (May 1995): "What Child is This?" (someone disguised or dressed as)Marvel Universe: The End #6 (Aug. 2003): "The Cure"
Secret Wars IIX-Men Forever (vol. 1) #1 (Jan. 2001): "The Destiny Pact" (cameo)
Suggested links for further research about this character and the character's religious affiliation:
- http://www.comicboards.com/marvelguide/e.htm
- http://www.marvunapp.com/master/eoet.htm