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Creation & Design

Bossk was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Howard Chaykin, first appearing in the Star Wars comic series, inspired by the character's portrayal in the Star Wars films.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a minor character in the Star Wars universe, Bossk gained popularity due to his reptilian appearance and ruthless nature as a bounty hunter.

Character Development

Over the years, Bossk has evolved from a mere background character to a more fleshed-out figure in the Star Wars lore, with deeper motivations and connections to other characters in the universe.

Cultural Reception

Bossk has been well-received by fans of the Star Wars franchise, often praised for his unique design and the intriguing nature of his character as a bounty hunter.

Character Details

Real Name:
Bossk
First Appearance:
Marvel Comics Super Special #16
Aliases:
Trandoshan Bounty Hunter, The Hunter
Species:
Trandoshan
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
Bounty Hunters Guild, Empire
Abilities:
Enhanced strength, Tracking, Combat skills
Equipment:
Blaster rifle, Vibroblade
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
7' 6"
Eye Color:
yellow
Hair Color:
green

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Marvel Comics Super Special #16
Marvel ⋅ 1980
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Marvel Comics Super Special #16
 
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Adaptation of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in an oversized comic book magazine

1st appearance of Yoda

1st appearance of Boba Fett

1st appearance of Lando Calrissian

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1st appearance of Lobot

1st cameo appearance of Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious, Bossk, 4-Lom, Dengar and IG-88

1st team appearance of Rogue Squadron

📖 Reading Order: next read Star Wars Adventures #1 (2020 series)

Star Wars #42
Marvel ⋅ 1980
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Star Wars #42
 
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Standard-sized comic book appearances:

1st appearance of Boba Fett, a bounty hunter

1st cameo appearance of Dengar, Bossk, IG-88 and Zuckuss - bounty hunters

1st cameo appearance of Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious

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Debut of Slave I, a pursuit craft

Reprinted from Marvel Comics Super Special Magazine, adaptation of The Empire Strikes Back

Star Wars #71
Marvel ⋅ 1983
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Star Wars #71
 
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1st full appearance of Bossk, a bounty hunter

Star Wars #33
Action Figure ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2017
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Star Wars #33
 
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Cover art by John Tyler Christopher

Action Figure cover featuring Bossk

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Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #3
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1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
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Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #3
 
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Variant cover art by Michael Golden featuring Bossk

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