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Creation & Design

Red Arrow was created as a sidekick to Green Arrow, initially introduced as Speedy. Over the years, his character evolved, taking on various roles and identities.

Early Years

Roy Harper was introduced as Green Arrow's sidekick, Speedy, and later developed into a more complex character with his own struggles and identity.

Character Development

Over the years, Roy Harper has transitioned from a sidekick to a fully realized character, grappling with personal issues such as addiction and identity, while maintaining his role as a hero.

Cultural Reception

Red Arrow has been well-received by fans for his depth and complexity, often seen as a relatable character dealing with real-world issues.

Character Details

Real Name:
Roy Harper
First Appearance:
Kingdom Come #2
Aliases:
Speedy, Arsenal
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Teen Titans, Outsiders
Abilities:
Expert archer, Hand-to-hand combatant, Acrobatics
Equipment:
Bow and arrows, Various gadgets
Weight:
165lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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Kingdom Come #2
DC ⋅ 1996
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Kingdom Come #2
 
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Superman forms the new Justice League

1st appearance of Red Arrow, alternate reality identity of Roy Harper

1st appearance of Red Tornado, Maxine Hunkel, the granddaughter of Red Tornado, in an alternate reality

1st appearance of Atom Smasher, in an alternate reality, death in Kingdom Come #4

Justice League of America #7
DC ⋅ 2007
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Justice League of America #7
 
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1st appearance of Red Arrow aka Roy Harper, formerly Speedy, formerly Arsenal, in regular DC continuity

Teen Titans #20
DC ⋅ 2018
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Teen Titans #20
 
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1st appearance of a new Teen Titans team led by Damian Wayne: Red Arrow, Kid Flash, D'Jinn, Roundhouse and Crush

1st full appearance of Crush, Lobo's daughter

1st appearance of Roundhouse

1st appearance of D'Jinn

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