Origin
Magna Mind at one point became a professional thief who was obsessed with solving puzzles and conundrums. He has encountered Spider-Man several times.
Creation
Magna Mind was created by for an ad for “Magic Snake” which appeared in numerous Marvel comics throughout February, 1983.
Major Story Arcs
Magic Snake
Magna Mind attempts to steal the King Tut diamond from a museum but is distracted by a “Magic Snake” puzzle that Spider-Man left for Magna, knowing he would be distracted by it. As he attempts to solve the puzzle, Spider-Man arrives and arrests Magna Mind and his henchman.