A year ago, when it was announced that Robert Downey Jr. would be returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the iconic villain Doctor Doom, fans went absolutely wild. In just about a year and a half from now, we’ll get to see Avengers: Doomsday, but there are already a lot of questions about what happens next.

Curious to know what Doctor Doom’s powers are in Marvel? Phase 6 has kicked off with the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which will eventually lead into Avengers: Doomsday. In it, Marvel’s next big bad is played by Robert Downey Jr.

Many are curious to know why Doctor Doom wears a mask to hide his real face in Marvel. Introduced in The Fantastic Four #5 in 1962, he is a powerful character with a blend of magic and technological powers.