Real name Antoine Delsoin, the Hypno-Hustler first appeared in Marvel Comics with The Spectacular Spider-Man #24 (November 1978). Created by writer Bill Mantlo and artist Frank Springer, this flashy, disco-themed villain was the lead singer of a band called "The Mercy Killers." He uses hypnotic technology inside his guitar and equipment, allowing him to mesmerize audiences and steal from them during his performances.
