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Creation & Design

Genis-Vell was created by writer Peter David and artist Chris Cross as a successor to the original Captain Marvel, Mar-Vell. He was introduced during the 1990s as part of Marvel's cosmic universe.

Early Years

Genis-Vell's early years were marked by his struggle to understand his powers and legacy as the son of Mar-Vell. He initially faced challenges in controlling his abilities and often found himself in conflict with other cosmic entities.

Character Development

Over the years, Genis-Vell has evolved from a struggling hero to a more confident and powerful figure in the Marvel Universe. His journey has been marked by personal growth, redemption, and a deeper understanding of his legacy.

Cultural Reception

Genis-Vell has received a mixed reception, with some fans appreciating his complex character arc while others feel he has not reached the same iconic status as his predecessor, Mar-Vell.

Character Details

Real Name:
Genis-Vell
First Appearance:
Silver Surfer Annual #6
Aliases:
Captain Marvel, Legacy
Species:
Kree
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, Kree Empire, Thunderbolts
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Energy manipulation, Flight, Cosmic awareness
Equipment:
Quantum bands
Weight:
175lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Silver Surfer Annual #6
Marvel ⋅ 1993
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Silver Surfer Annual #6
 
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1st appearance of Legacy aka Genis-Vell, the son of Captain Mar-Vell and Elysius

Polybagged with a trading card

Avengers Forever #1
Marvel ⋅ 1998
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Avengers Forever #1
 
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1st cameo appearance and origin of Captain Marvel, Genis-Vell in cosmic form, from an alternate reality

Avengers Forever #2
Marvel ⋅ 1999
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Avengers Forever #2
 
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1st full appearance of Captain Marvel, Genis-Vell

Captain Marvel #1
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Variant ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2002
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Captain Marvel #1
 
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Variant cover art by Alex Ross

1st cover appearance of Genis-Vell in new Kree costume

New Thunderbolts #6
Marvel ⋅ 2005
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New Thunderbolts #6
 
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1st appearance of Genis-Vell as Photon

Genis-Vell: Captain Marvel #1
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2022
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Genis-Vell: Captain Marvel #1
 
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Variant cover art by Taurin Clarke

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