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Creation & Design

Battlestar was created as a sidekick to Captain America, originally introduced as a character who would embody the ideals of heroism and loyalty.

Early Years

Lemar Hoskins was introduced as a member of the U.S. government program to create super-soldiers, and he took on the mantle of Battlestar to fight alongside Captain America.

Character Development

Over the years, Battlestar has evolved from a sidekick to a fully realized hero, grappling with issues of identity, loyalty, and the responsibilities that come with power.

Cultural Reception

Battlestar has been well-received as a character who represents the ideals of heroism and teamwork, often praised for his depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Lemar Hoskins
First Appearance:
Captain America #323
Aliases:
Battlestar, Lemar Hoskins
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Avengers, The Invaders, S.H.I.E.L.D.
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced agility, Expert hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Battlestar uniform, Shield
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Captain America #323
Marvel ⋅ 1986
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Captain America #323
 
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1st appearance of John Walker as Super-Patriot, later becomes U.S. Agent

1st team appearance of The Buckies: Lemar Hoskins, later becomes Battlestar, Hector Lenox and Jerome Johnson, later become Left-Winger and Right-Winger

Specialty border printed on select covers published in November 1986 celebrating Marvel's 25th Anniversary or more precisely, the 25th year since Fantastic Four #1 was published in November 1961

Captain America #334
Marvel ⋅ 1987
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Captain America #334
 
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Lemar Hoskins becomes Bucky, sidekick to John Walker, Captain America

Captain America #341
Marvel ⋅ 1988
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Captain America #341
 
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1st appearance of Lemar Hoskins as Battlestar

1st appearance of Rock Python

1st cameo appearance of Coachwhip

1st cameo appearance of Boomslang

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1st appearance of Left-Winger and Right-Winger

Cover art inspired by Daredevil #43 (1968)

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