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Creation & Design

Big Barda was created by Jack Kirby as part of his New Gods series, representing a strong female character who defies traditional gender roles.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a member of Darkseid's Female Furies, Barda eventually escapes Apokolips and becomes a hero alongside Mister Miracle.

Character Development

Over the years, Big Barda has evolved from a villainous character to a prominent hero, known for her strength, compassion, and complex relationship with Mister Miracle.

Cultural Reception

Big Barda has been well-received as a strong female character in comics, often praised for her depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Barda Free
First Appearance:
Mister Miracle #4
Aliases:
Barda, Warrior Woman
Species:
New God
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Justice League, New Gods, Infinity Man
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Expert combatant, Magical abilities
Equipment:
Mega-Rod, Mother Box
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Mister Miracle #4
DC ⋅ 1971
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Mister Miracle #4
 
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1st appearance of Big Barda, highly skilled warrior and love interest of Mister Miracle

Mister Miracle #5
DC ⋅ 1971
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Mister Miracle #5
 
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1st appearance of Virman Vundabar one of Darkseid's Elite

2nd appearance of Big Barda

Mister Miracle #7
DC ⋅ 1972
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Mister Miracle #7
 
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1st appearance of Kanto, Darkseid's master assassin

1st cover appearance of Big Barda

Mister Miracle #18
DC ⋅ 1973
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Mister Miracle #18
 
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Marriage of Big Barda and Mister Miracle

1st Issue Special #13
DC ⋅ 1976
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1st Issue Special #13
 
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Debut of new Orion costume

Action Comics #593
DC ⋅ 1987
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Action Comics #593
 
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Controversial story

Sleez, an alien from Apokolips, nearly succeeds in using mind-control to produce a sex-tape for Grossman Pictures starring Superman and Big Barda

Mister Miracle #1
DC ⋅ 2017
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Mister Miracle #1
 
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Critically-acclaimed premiere issue of the fourth Mister Miracle series

Mister Miracle #7
DC ⋅ 2018
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Mister Miracle #7
 
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1st appearance of Jacob Free, the son of Mister Miracle and Big Barda - grandson of Darkseid

Female Furies #1
DC ⋅ 2019
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Female Furies #1
 
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1st appearance of Aurelie, a female fury

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