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Creation & Design

Bloodstrike was created by Rob Liefeld as part of the Image Comics launch in the early 1990s, designed to be a part of the superhero team Youngblood.

Early Years

Bloodstrike first appeared in the early 1990s during the rise of Image Comics, characterized by its gritty art style and anti-hero themes.

Character Development

Over the years, Bloodstrike has evolved from a typical anti-hero to a more complex character, grappling with his identity and the moral implications of his powers.

Cultural Reception

Bloodstrike received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique take on the superhero genre while others criticized its reliance on violence and anti-hero tropes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Youngblood #3
Aliases:
Bloodstrike
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Youngblood, Bloodstrike
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Enhanced agility
Equipment:
Advanced weaponry, Body armor
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
black

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Youngblood #3
Image ⋅ 1992
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1st appearance of Supreme

1st appearance of Showdown

Teaser page of Bloodstrike

Bloodstrike #1
Ashcan ⋅ Image ⋅ 1993
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Preview of Bloodstrike #1

Bloodstrike #1
Image ⋅ 1993
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1st team appearance of Bloodstrike: Deadlock, Fourplay, Shogun, Cabbot, Tag

First thermal-reactive ink used on a comic book cover - Image encouraged readers to 'Rub The Blood!' to reveal red ink hidden on the cover

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