Citizen V
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
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:
5' 10"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown
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Daring Mystery Comics #8
Timely
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1942
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Vol. 1
1st appearance and origin of Citizen V, leader of the V-Battalion who battled Nazis
1st appearance and origin of Citizen V, leader of the V-Battalion who battled Nazis
Incredible Hulk #449
Marvel
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1996
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Vol. 1
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)
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)
Thunderbolts #45
Marvel
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2000
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Vol. 1
1st cameo appearance of John Watkins III, becomes Citizen V in Thunderbolts #47
1st cameo appearance of John Watkins III, becomes Citizen V in Thunderbolts #47
Thunderbolts #47
Marvel
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2000
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of John Watkins III as Citizen V
U.S. Avengers #1
Marvel
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2017
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Vol. 1
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
Over 50 variants exist featuring an Avenger and the state from which they were born
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
Over 50 variants exist featuring an Avenger and the state from which they were born
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