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Creation & Design

Homelander was created by writer Garth Ennis and artist Darick Robertson as a satirical take on the superhero archetype, embodying the darker aspects of power and celebrity.

Early Years

Homelander was introduced as the leader of The Seven, a group of superheroes who are more concerned with their public image than actual heroism. His backstory reveals a troubled childhood and a manipulative upbringing by Vought International.

Character Development

Homelander evolves from a seemingly invincible hero to a complex antagonist, revealing the psychological toll of his upbringing and the corrupting influence of power, ultimately becoming a symbol of unchecked authority.

Cultural Reception

Homelander has been critically acclaimed for his portrayal as a dark reflection of modern superheroes, resonating with audiences for his complexity and moral ambiguity.

Character Details

Real Name:
John
First Appearance:
The Boys #3
Aliases:
The Homelander
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Seven, Vought International
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Laser vision, Enhanced durability
Weight:
220lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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The Boys #3
WildStorm ⋅ 2006
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The Boys #3
 
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1st partial team appearance of The Seven: Homelander (1st), Starlight (1st), Black Noir (1st), Queen Maeve (1st), A-Train

1st cameo team appearance of Teenage Kix, in photos

The Boys #65
Dynamite ⋅ 2012
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The Boys #65
 
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Death of Homelander

Origin and death of Black Noir

The Boys: Dear Becky #1
Variant ⋅ Dynamite ⋅ 2020
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The Boys: Dear Becky #1
 
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Variant virgin cover art by Raf Grassetti, limited to 300 copies

High sale of $299

The Boys: Dear Becky #1
Variant ⋅ Dynamite ⋅ 2020
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The Boys: Dear Becky #1
 
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Variant cover art by Raf Grassetti featuring The Homelander

American flag background, limited to 56 copies

The Boys: Dear Becky #1
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The Boys: Dear Becky #1
 
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Variant cover art by Raf Grassetti

White background, limited to 3,000 copies

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