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Citizen V
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Creation & Design

Citizen V was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Frank Robbins, first appearing in The Avengers #1 in 1963. The character was designed as a patriotic hero, reflecting the ideals of heroism and justice.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a member of the Thunderbolts, Citizen V was revealed to be a villain in disguise, leading to complex storylines involving deception and redemption.

Character Development

Over the years, Citizen V has evolved from a villainous character to a more complex hero, grappling with his past and striving to make amends for his previous actions.

Cultural Reception

Citizen V has received mixed reviews, with some fans appreciating the character's depth and others criticizing the initial portrayal as a villain.

Character Details

Real Name:
John Watkins
First Appearance:
Daring Mystery Comics #8
Aliases:
Citizen V, V
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Thunderbolts, Avengers
Abilities:
Master strategist, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant, Expert in disguise
Equipment:
Citizen V costume, Various gadgets
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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Daring Mystery Comics #8
Timely ⋅ 1942
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Daring Mystery Comics #8
 
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1st appearance and origin of Citizen V

Incredible Hulk #449
Marvel ⋅ 1996
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Incredible Hulk #449
 
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1st team appearance of The Thunderbolts: Citizen V (formerly Baron Zemo), Atlas (formerly Goliath), Mach-1 (formerly Beetle), Songbird (formerly Screaming Mimi), Meteorite (formerly Moonstone II), Techno (formerly Fixer)

[February 2019 - 🚨 KEY COLLECTOR COMICS EXCLUSIVE - a Thunderbolts series is in development / SDCC 2022 - Thunderbolts confirmed]

Thunderbolts #45
Marvel ⋅ 2000
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Thunderbolts #45
 
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1st cameo appearance of John Watkins III, becomes Citizen V in Thunderbolts #47

Thunderbolts #47
Marvel ⋅ 2000
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Thunderbolts #47
 
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1st appearance of John Watkins III as Citizen V

[October 2022 - rumored to appear in the Thunderbolts movie, unverified]

U.S. Avengers #1
Marvel ⋅ 2017
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U.S. Avengers #1
 
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1st team appearance of the U.S.Avengers: Citizen V (Sunspot), Cannonball, Red Hulk, Iron Patriot, Danielle Cage, Enigma, Squirrel Girl

Robert Maverick becomes the second Red Hulk

Toni Ho becomes the third Iron Patriot

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