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Creation & Design

Destro was created by writer Larry Hama and artist Herb Trimpe for the G.I. Joe franchise, designed as a sophisticated arms dealer with a distinctive metallic mask.

Early Years

Destro's character was introduced as a major antagonist to G.I. Joe, often clashing with the team due to his arms dealing and association with Cobra.

Character Development

Over the years, Destro has evolved from a mere arms dealer to a complex character with his own motivations, often straddling the line between villain and anti-hero.

Cultural Reception

Destro has been well-received as one of the iconic villains of the G.I. Joe franchise, known for his distinctive look and cunning personality.

Character Details

Real Name:
James McCullen Destro XXIV
First Appearance:
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #11
Aliases:
The Arms Dealer, The Baron
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Cobra, Destro's Arms, The Iron Grenadiers
Abilities:
Weapons manufacturing, Strategic planning, Combat skills
Equipment:
Destro's armor, Advanced weaponry
Weight:
190lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #11
Marvel ⋅ 1983
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #11
 
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1st cameo appearance of Destro, a weapons dealer

1st appearance of Doc, a military medic

1st appearance of Gung-Ho, a marine

1st appearance of Airborne, helicopter trooper

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1st appearance of Snow Job, snow trooper

1st appearance of Wild Bill

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #13
Marvel ⋅ 1983
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #13
 
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2nd cameo appearance of Destro

1st appearance of Torpedo

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #14
Marvel ⋅ 1983
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1st full appearance and cover of Destro, a weapons dealer

1st appearance of Ace, pilot of the Sky Striker

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #69
Marvel ⋅ 1988
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #69
 
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Debut of new Destro armor with gold-plated headpiece

1st appearance of Iron Grenadiers

1st appearance of Crazylegs

G.I. Joe: Cobra World Order Prelude #1
1:10 ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2015
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G.I. Joe: Cobra World Order Prelude #1
 
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Variant cover art by Stephen Mooney

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