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Creation & Design

Justice was created to embody the ideals of heroism and justice, representing the hope and strength of the superhero community.

Early Years

Joseph Green grew up idolizing superheroes and eventually became one himself, using his powers to protect the innocent.

Character Development

Over the years, Justice has evolved from a young hero seeking validation to a seasoned leader within the superhero community, embodying the principles of justice and teamwork.

Cultural Reception

Justice has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his moral compass and leadership qualities.

Character Details

Real Name:
Joseph Green
First Appearance:
Giant-Size Defenders #5
Aliases:
Justice, The Green Guardian
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Teen Titans
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Energy manipulation
Equipment:
Justice Armor, Energy Staff
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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Giant-Size Defenders #5
Marvel ⋅ 1975
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Giant-Size Defenders #5
 
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3rd team appearance of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Vance Astro aka Major Victory, Charlie-27, Yondu, Martinex

1st appearance of Vance Astrovik, a younger version of the character known as Vance Astro

Later, this version of Vance Astro takes on the codename Marvel Boy with the New Warriors and then takes the name Justice

Thor #411
Marvel ⋅ 1989
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Thor #411
 
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1st cameo team appearance of The New Warriors: Nova, Night Thrasher, Namorita, Speedball, Firestar and Marvel Boy, later becomes Justice

1st cameo appearance of Night Thrasher

The character Marvel Boy shares no relation to other characters who also used the name Marvel Boy but he does share his real name, Vance Astrovik with the character known as Major Victory from Guardians of the Galaxy

Major Victory and Marvel Boy are the same person from two separate dimensions and exist in stories as mostly unrelated individuals

Thor #412
Marvel ⋅ 1989
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Thor #412
 
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1st full team appearance of the New Warriors: Firestar, Kid Nova, Marvel Boy, Namorita, Night Thrasher and Speedball

1st full appearance of Night Thrasher

New Warriors #1
Marvel ⋅ 1990
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New Warriors #1
 
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Origin of the New Warriors

New Warriors #43
Marvel ⋅ 1994
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New Warriors #43
 
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Marvel Boy becomes Justice

Guardians of the Galaxy #46
Marvel ⋅ 1994
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Guardians of the Galaxy #46
 
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Debut of new Vance Astro suit that resembles a symbiote, given to him by the Beyonder

Vance Astro receives the suit in Guardians of the Galaxy #38 but it isn't activated in full until this issue

1st appearance of Scathan the Approver, a Celestial from Earth-691

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