Baroness
Creation & Design
The Baroness was created by writer Larry Hama and artist Herb Trimpe as part of the G.I. Joe franchise, designed to be a strong female antagonist.Early Years
Initially introduced as a high-ranking member of Cobra, the Baroness quickly became a fan-favorite character due to her complex personality and strong presence.Character Development
Over the years, the Baroness has evolved from a mere villain to a complex character with her own motivations, often blurring the lines between hero and villain.Cultural Reception
The Baroness has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her strong characterization and role as a female antagonist in a male-dominated genre.Character Details
Real Name:
Ana de Cobray
Aliases:
Baroness, Baroness Cobra
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Cobra, Cobra Command, G.I. Joe
Abilities:
Expert martial artist, Master strategist, Skilled in espionage
Equipment:
Cobra uniform, Various weapons
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 5"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1
Marvel
•
1982
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of G.I. Joe
1st appearance of Snake-Eyes, an Arashikage-trained ninja (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Scarlett, an intel officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grunt, an infantry trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Breaker, a communications officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Rock 'N Roll, a machine gunner (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Stalker, a ranger (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Zap, a bazooka soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Short-Fuze, a mortar soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Clutch, a Vamp operator (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Laser, a rifle trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Steeler, a tank commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Hawk, a field commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grand Slam, an artillery specialist (G.I. Joe)
1st team appearance of Cobra, a terrorist organization
1st appearance of Cobra Commander, leader and founder of Cobra
1st appearance of Baroness, an intel officer (Cobra)
Writer and Vietnam veteran Larry Hama intended to create a Nick Fury series but after being approached by Hasbro to launch their 3.75-inch action figures, the Fury Force concept was applied to G.I. Joe
1st team appearance of G.I. Joe
1st appearance of Snake-Eyes, an Arashikage-trained ninja (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Scarlett, an intel officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grunt, an infantry trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Breaker, a communications officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Rock 'N Roll, a machine gunner (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Stalker, a ranger (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Zap, a bazooka soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Short-Fuze, a mortar soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Clutch, a Vamp operator (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Laser, a rifle trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Steeler, a tank commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Hawk, a field commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grand Slam, an artillery specialist (G.I. Joe)
1st team appearance of Cobra, a terrorist organization
1st appearance of Cobra Commander, leader and founder of Cobra
1st appearance of Baroness, an intel officer (Cobra)
Writer and Vietnam veteran Larry Hama intended to create a Nick Fury series but after being approached by Hasbro to launch their 3.75-inch action figures, the Fury Force concept was applied to G.I. Joe
Variant virgin cover art by Adam Hughes
Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #167
IDW
•
2011
•
Vol. 1
Copies ordered by retailers: 10,118
Variant sketch cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by Anthony Fuso
Variant cover art by Arthur Adams featuring the Baroness
Variant cover art by S.L. Gallant featuring Baroness, inspired by Bettie Page
2013 convention exclusive
Variant cover art by S.L. Gallant featuring Baroness, inspired by Bettie Page
2013 convention exclusive
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #204
IDW
•
2014
•
Vol. 1
Capitol City Comics
Convention exclusive
Variant cover art by Jamie Tyndall featuring The Baroness
Variant cover art by Stephen Mooney
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #228
IDW
•
2016
•
Vol. 1
Copies ordered by retailers: 6,974
Variant cover art by Miguel Mercado featuring Baroness
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by Miguel Mercado featuring Baroness
Store exclusive
Variant virgin cover art by Natali Sanders
Emerald City Comic Con exclusive
Variant virgin cover art by Natali Sanders
Emerald City Comic Con exclusive
Variant virgin cover art by Warren Louw
Store exclusive
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #252
IDW
•
2018
•
Vol. 1
Convention Exclusive
Limited: 500
Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew featuring the Baroness
Variant cover art by John Royle
Variant cover art by John Royle
Free Comic Book Day 2024: Energon Universe Special #1
Image
•
2024
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Slizardo in a comic book
G.I. Joe recruits Baroness
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