For the Australian prime minister nicknamed "Ming the Merciless", see Robert Menzies.
Comics character
Ming the Merciless
Ming as portrayed by Charles Middleton in Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe (1940), seen with one of his dancers, actress Carmen D'Antonio.
Publication information
Publisher
King Features Syndicate
First appearance
Flash Gordon (January 21st, 1934) [As the "Emperor"] Named: Flash Gordon (March 4th, 1934)
Created by
Alex Raymond
In-story information
Abilities
Genius-level intellect
Access to advanced technology
Ming the Merciless is a fictional character who first appeared in the Flash Gordon comic strip in 1934. He has since been the main villain of the strip and its related movie serials, television series and film adaptation. Ming is depicted as a ruthless tyrant who rules the planet Mongo.[1]
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