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Creation & Design

Sabra was created by writer Bill Mantlo and artist Sal Buscema, designed to represent Israeli culture and the complexities of the Middle East.

Early Years

Sabra first appeared in the early 1980s as a superheroine who fought alongside the Hulk and later became a member of various superhero teams.

Character Development

Over the years, Sabra has evolved from a supporting character to a more prominent figure in the Marvel Universe, representing the complexities of her cultural background while engaging in various superhero narratives.

Cultural Reception

Sabra has been received positively as a representation of Israeli culture in comics, though she has also faced criticism for the portrayal of her character in relation to political issues.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ruth Bat-Seraph
First Appearance:
Incredible Hulk #250
Aliases:
Sabra
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Israeli Defense Forces, Avengers, S.H.I.E.L.D.
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced agility, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Israeli military gear, Energy-based weaponry
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Incredible Hulk #250
Marvel ⋅ 1980
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Incredible Hulk #250
 
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1st cameo appearance of Sabra

1st cameo appearance of Collective Man

1st cameo appearance of Arabian Knight

1st cameo team appearance of the Soviet Super Soldiers

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Marvel Wiki incorrectly cites this issue as the first appearance of Ursa Major

Incredible Hulk #256
Marvel ⋅ 1981
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Incredible Hulk #256
 
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1st full appearance of Sabra, an Israeli mutant with enhanced strength

[September 2022 - confirmed for Captain America: Brave New World]

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