Battalion

Creation & Design

Battalion was created by Rob Liefeld as part of the Youngblood team, which was one of the first superhero teams published by Image Comics. The character was designed to embody the archetype of a strong leader with military background.

Early Years

Battalion was introduced as a member of Youngblood, a government-sanctioned superhero team. His character was depicted as a soldier with superhuman abilities, often taking on leadership roles within the team.

Character Development

Over the years, Battalion has evolved from a straightforward soldier archetype to a more complex character, grappling with leadership responsibilities, personal loss, and the moral implications of being a superhero.

Cultural Reception

Battalion has received mixed reviews over the years, with some praising his role in the Youngblood series while others critique the overall execution of the storylines.

Character Details

Real Name:
Michael McBride
First Appearance:
Team Titans #2
Aliases:
Battalion
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Youngblood, Team Youngblood
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced durability, Combat skills
Equipment:
Body armor, Energy weapons
Weight:
210lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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1st cameo appearance of Battalion

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1st full appearance of Battalion

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